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Kampala, Uganda | THE INDEPENDENT | The Kampala Archdiocese has welcomed 24 priests in a single ceremony at St. Mary’s Cathedral, Lubaga, the highest number in its history. The milestone comes at a time when priestly vocations are reported to be in decline globally, making the occasion notable for both …

Fort Portal, Uganda | THE INDEPENDENT | The Fort Portal Catholic Diocese has launched a five-year diocesan coffee policy (2025–2030) aimed at promoting sustainable coffee farming, food security, and economic self-reliance among Christian families. The launch event was held on Wednesday at the Diocesan Model Farm in Nkuruba, Rutete Sub …

Arua, Uganda | THE INDEPENDENT | Preparations are in high gear at Ediofe in Arua City to commemorate 100 years of the existence of Ediofe Boys Primary School. The School, a Catholic Founded, believed to be so far the oldest Primary School in Arua Diocese and West Nile, was established …

Father Engurait was born on August 28, 1971, in Ngora, Uganda. Attended St. Peter’s College in Tororo District, Uganda, Studied at Notre Dame Seminary in New Orleans, Louisiana.  Received a bachelor’s degree at Makerere University in Kampala, Uganda (1995), Master of divinity from Notre Dame Seminary in New Orleans, …

Wakiso, Uganda | THE INDEPENDENT | By 11 a.m. this morning, the security team at the Namugongo Catholic Martyrs’ Shrines had recovered 11 mobile phones misplaced by pilgrims, according to Assistant Superintendent of Police (ASP) Achilles Atwebembere, the Kira Division Police Community Liaison Officer. Atwebembere said many pilgrims forget their …

Kampala, Uganda | THE INDEPENDENT | The Archdiocese of Kampala has confirmed the passing of the Rt. Rev. Msgr. Expedito Magembe, 88, the founding director of Mount Sion Prayer Centre in Bukalango. His death was announced by the Archdiocesan Chancellor, Rev. Fr. Pius Male Ssentumbwe, on behalf of His Grace …

ROME, ITALY | THE INDEPENDENT | As the Catholic Church prepares to elect a new pontiff following the death of Pope Francis on Easter Monday, 17 African cardinal electors are among those taking part in the Conclave that officially begins this afternoon at the Vatican. A solemn Holy Mass, Pro Eligendo …

KAMPALA, UGANDA | THE INDEPENDENT | The Catholic Church in Uganda says it is not preparing to send a delegation to the Vatican for Pope Francis’ sendoff. The 88-year-old pontiff died on Monday following a stroke and cardiac arrest, after spending several weeks in the hospital earlier this year for …

Hoima, Uganda | THE INDEPENDENT | The East African Crude Oil Pipeline (EACOP) Ltd, the company established to construct and operate the 1,443km long East African Crude Oil Pipeline, has joined hands with the Hoima Catholic Diocese to support the Running Out of Trees (ROOTS) campaign. The campaign targets the …

Pakwach, Uganda | THE INDEPENDENT | Clerics at Our Lady of Trust Catholic Church in Pakwach district are seeking 3.2 billion Shillings to renovate and expand the 66-year-old Church. The church, which falls under Pakwach Parish, Nebbi Catholic Diocese, was built in 1958. The Pastoral Coordinator of Nebbi Catholic Diocese, …