Kooki Pilgrimage 2025: Prime Minister Reaffirms Government Support for Faith-Based Pilgrimage Sites
Clare The Prime Minister of Uganda, Rt. Hon. Robina Nabbanja, has reaffirmed the government’s commitment, through the Ministries of Tourism , Finance and Gender to supporting pilgrimages to designated religious sites across the country. While speaking at a pilgrimage event in Kooki Haibaale at the birthplace of St. Andrea Kaahwa, one of the Ugandan Martyrs […]
Continue ReadingKitagwenda: Over 400 Confirmed as Bishop Muhiirwa Opens St.Micheal Kayanga as a Eucharistic Center
Clare Claire The Bishop of Fort Portal Diocese, Rt. Rev. Dr. Robert Muhiirwa, has commenced a two-day pastoral visit to Holy Trinity Kitagwenda Parish, during which he confirmed 468 Christians at St.Micheal Kayanga Buryansugwe Sub-Parish. Kayanga Opened as a Eucharistic center Following the confirmation ceremony, the Bishop officially opened St. Michael Catholic […]
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Tooro: Ruwenzori Bishop Tasks Residents to Prioritize HIV Testing
Editorial The Bishop of Rwenzori Diocese, Rt. Rev. Reuben Kisembo Amooti, has called on Christians to regularly test for HIV and other diseases to know their health status. He made the appeal while opening the first-ever lay readers and their spouse’s conference at Kyebambe Girls Secondary School in Fort Portal City. Leading […]
Continue ReadingBoreholes Excite Nyabusenyi Residents in Busoro Sub-County
Kaboha Residents of Nyabusenyi III village, Kaswa Parish, Busoro Sub-county in Kabarole district are excited following the commissioning of a borehole that will serve more than 200 families in the community. The borehole has been constructed by the Uganda Wildlife Authority under the Kibale National Park Revenue Sharing Program. Revenue Sharing according to Uganda […]
Continue ReadingBishop Muhiirwa Urges Humility in Service During Commissioning of New Health Facility Units
Clare N The Bishop of Fort Portal Catholic Diocese, Rt. Rev. Robert K. Muhiirwa Akiiki, has reiterated his call for humility in service, especially among those entrusted with the responsibility of caring for others. He made the appeal yesterday while presiding over a Mass to commission a new theatre and private ward at Kyakatara […]
Continue ReadingU.S Based NGO Children Waiting Everywhere Empowers Kyakatara’s Health Revolution
Clare After over 42 years of dedicated service, Kyakatara Health Center III is now positioned for an upgrade to Health Center IV status, following the recent operational improvements. Residents of Kyakatara in Kyenjojo District can now access enhanced healthcare services, particularly expectant mothers, following the commissioning of a new private ward valued at […]
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Tooro: Religious Leaders Impose Strict Guidelines, Halt Church Fundraising Ahead of 2026 Elections
By Sylvia Kugonza The Inter-Religious Council of Uganda (IRCU), Tooro Chapter, has announced the suspension of all church fundraising activities as the country approaches the 2025–2026 political season. Speaking at a press conference held at Boulevard Excelsior Motel in Fort Portal City, the Chairperson of the IRCU Tooro Chapter, Rt. Rev. Reuben Kisembo Amooti, who […]
Continue ReadingPresident Museveni Launches Ntoroko Skilling Hub
By Kenneth Musiimenta President Yoweri Kaguta Museveni has revealed that Uganda’s true path to liberation lies not just in politics but also in technology, skills and practical education. He made the remarks today while launching the Presidential Zonal Industrial Hub in Ntoroko District. President Museveni, said the skilling hubs are instrumental, especially to […]
Continue ReadingYouth Encouraged to Choose Purposeful Vocations Despite Life’s Distractions
Clare As the Catholic Church commemorates Good Shepherd Sunday which doubles as the World Day of Vocations, the Bishop of Fort Portal Catholic Diocese, Rt. Rev. Robert Muhiirwa Akiiki, has called on the faithful to respond to the call of God, with particular attention to the youth. He noted that many young people today face […]
Continue ReadingCatholic Church Welcomes Pope Leo XIV as the world’s 267th Pope
Editorial The Catholic Church world over is jubilating the closure of the conclave with the election of the first American Pope, who will oversee the Catholic population of over 1.5 billion . Cardinal Robert Prevost, 69, will be the 267th occupant of the throne of St Peter and he will be known as Leo XIV. […]
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