Rwanda: Police in Rwanda have detained an Anglican bishop as part of wider investigation into embezzlement and abuse of office. The Rwanda Investigation Bureau (RIB) on January 21, confirmed the arrest of Bishop Samuel Mugisha Mugiraneza, who recently resigned as the Bishop of the Anglican Diocese of Shyira. The bureau did not... Read More
Rukungiri: Christians from the four sub-parishes of Kyatoko Church of Uganda (COU) Parish in Rujumbura Archdeaconry, under North Kigezi Diocese, warmly welcomed Rev. Edson Ampaire as their new parish priest. Rev. Ampaire joins Kyatoko from the Missions Department in the Bishop’s Office. Speaking on behalf of Kyatoko Christians on January... Read More
Rukungiri: The Bishop of North Kigezi Diocese, Rt. Rev. Onesmus Asiimwe, has urged Ugandans to be vigilant and differentiate between genuine servants of God and self-proclaimed pastors. In an interview with our reporter over the weekend at his office at Emmanuel Cathedral, Kinyasano, Rukungiri District, Bishop Asiimwe expressed concern over... Read More
Rukungiri: The former parish priest of Kitazigurukwa Church of Uganda, Rev. Gershom Muhumuza, has dismissed media reports alleging that Christians from his former parish slaughtered his cow. Rev. Muhumuza in a phone interview with our reporter on January 14, clarified that his cow was stolen on July 19, 2024, while... Read More
Rukungiri: Rev. Gershom Muhumuza received a sorrowful farewell on January 12, at Kitazigurukwa Church of Uganda, Rujumbura Archdeaconry, North Kigezi Diocese, after serving just 11 and a half months. His transfer, marked by controversy and tension, took place before his official installation. Key among the controversies was the incident that occured... Read More
Rukungiri: Christians of All Saints Church in Rukungiri on January 12, bid farewell to their Curate, Rev. Alfred Murangira, who has been transferred to Mashongora Church of Uganda in Kyabugashe Archdeaconry. Rev. Alfred joined All Saints Church in Rujumbura Archdeaconry three and a half years ago as a youthful deacon... Read More
Rukungiri: Religious leaders and Christians in Rukungiri have emphasized the need for leadership that prioritizes transparency, accountability, and service to humanity as a foundation for spreading the gospel and fostering church development. This appeal was made by the Bishop’s Commissary of North Kigezi Diocese, Retired Rev. Nathan Mugisha Kirebete, during... Read More
The parish priest of Kyatoko Church of Uganda Rev. Fred Mwesigye has encouraged married couples to uphold patience, love, and trust in their relationships. Rev Mwesigye made the remarks on December 26 during the wedding ceremony of Sam and Mackline Andinda at Nyamizi Church of Uganda, located in Kyatoko Ward,... Read More
Rukungiri: Believers from outside Rukungiri District under North Kigezi Diocese have been urged to foster cooperation and unity among themselves. This call was made on December 26, by Rt. Rev. Onesmus Asiimwe, the Bishop of North Kigezi Diocese, during a reunion held at the Bishop’s residence in Kinyasano Ward, Western... Read More
Rukungiri: Gadi Kasigazi and his wife, Gaude Tumuhimbise Kasigazi, residents of Rwakabengo B cell, Rwakabengo ward in Southern Division, Rukungiri Municipality, have celebrated their 40th wedding anniversary. The celebrations on December 26, began with a thanksgiving service at Emmanuel Cathedral Kinyasano Church of Uganda in Rukungiri Municipality and continued at... Read More