NRDI Urges Rwenzori Residents to Plant Indigenous Trees
By lucky Patrick Edgar Muganzi, Executive Director of the Natural Resource Development Initiative (NRDI), has called on residents of the Rwenzori region to plant indigenous tree species to mitigate the effects of climate change. Muganzi attributed climate change to deforestation, noting that widespread tree cutting without reforestation efforts has harmed the environment. He […]
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Thousands Gather in Kooki to Honor Uganda Martyrs, Bishop Muhiirwa Urges Christians to be Guided by Faith & Morality
EDITORIAL Bishop Robert K.Muhiirwa of Fort Portal Catholic Diocese has called upon Christians to be inspired by the lives of the Uganda Martyrs, urging them to become “pilgrims of hope” rooted in strong faith, upright family values, and moral integrity, especially in the face of modern challenges such as chronic illnesses, drug abuse, and the […]
Continue ReadingKooki 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 […]
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