Tooro Kingdom Officially Launches Inter-Clan Football Tournament
By Sylvia Tooro Kingdom has officially launched an inter-clan football tournament in a move aimed at promoting unity and advancing sports development across the region. The launch event, held yesterday in Fort Portal, also marked a significant milestone as the kingdom handed over land for the construction of the much-anticipated King Oyo Stadium to the […]
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Fort Portal: Bishop Muhiirwa Encourages Priests to Serve Beyond Titles and Honors
Clare N The Bishop of Fort Portal Catholic Diocese, Rt. Rev. Robert K. Muhiirwa Akiiki, has called on priests to remain committed to serving the people of God and the Church, regardless of the offices they hold or the honors they have received. He made this appeal yesterday at Virika Cathedral during the Chrism Mass, […]
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Holy Week Begins with Call for Spiritual Renewal at Kinyamasika Seminary
Clare N The St. Paul’s National Major Seminary Kinyamasika community has joined the rest of the Church in commemorating Palm Sunday, marking the beginning of Holy Week. The celebration started with the procession waving palms from the Basketball court moving through up to their chapel. While addressing seminarians, deacons, priests, and the lay faithful during […]
Continue ReadingPalm Sunday Celebrations Draw Large Crowds at Virika Cathedral
Christians yesterday gathered at Virika Cathedral in Fort Portal City in large numbers, waving palm branches to commemorate Palm Sunday. Presiding over Mass that commenced with a procession from the Virika Adminisration offices, Rt. Rev. Robert Muhiirwa Akiiki has urged the faithful to reflect on the significance of the palms as a symbol of victory, […]
Continue ReadingKyangabukama Familyto Sue Ruteete HCIV Over Maternal Death
Sylvia A family in Kyangabukama, Kasisi Ward in Kiko Town Council is planning to sue Ruteete Heakth Center IV over the death of their relative, Kogere Diana, who reportedly passed away while in labor. The family alleges there was a delay in receiving medical attention after she was taken to the facility on Saturday morning. […]
Continue ReadingFort Portal Rallies to Save River Mpanga as Environmental Concerns Grow
Clare N Concern is rising among stakeholders in Fort Portal over the continued encroachment and degradation of River Mpanga,a vital water source that supports millions of livelihoods. These concerns took center stage yesterday during the annual “Save River Mpanga” marathon, held to mark the close of Water and Environment Week. The event, organized by the […]
Continue ReadingFort Portal: Central Division Mayor-Elect Urges Council to Use Common Sense in Enforcing Trade Order
By Sylvia The Mayor-Elect for Central Division, Joram Bintamanya, has called on Fort Portal City Council to exercise fairness and practical judgment in the implementation of the ongoing trade order, which began last week. In an exclusive interview with Jubilee radio, Bintamanya expressed his support for the initiative aimed at restoring order in trade operations […]
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Uganda Episcopal Conference Chairman Calls on Catholics in Rome to Stay United in Faith
EDITORIAL The Chairman of the Uganda Episcopal Conference, who doubles as the local ordinary of Kiyinda Mityana Diocese, Rt Rev Joseph Anthony Zziwa, has called on Ugandan Catholics studying and working in Rome to remain united in faith and actively connect with the Church in Uganda. Bishop Zziwa made the remarks during a Mass and […]
Continue ReadingCommodity Prices Rise in Fort Portal Ahead of Eid al-Fitr Celebrations
By Sylvia Commodity prices in Fort Portal City have increased ahead of Eid al-Fitr, with Muslims preparing to break the 30-day fasting period. A mini-survey conducted across several markets in the city on Thursday afternoon indicates a noticeable rise in the cost of essential food items. Vendors attribute the increase to high demand as households […]
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