By KT Reporter
The Bishop of Namirembe, Rt. Reverend Moses Banja has raised concerns over the increasing level of corruption in the country, saying that it does not reflect the power of resurrection received from Jesus Christ.
In his Easter message delivered at Namirembe Cathedral on Thursday, Bishop Banja mentioned that corruption is the order of the day in government institutions and other organisations. He added that currently, Ugandans no longer regard corruption as a sin.
Banja also condemned the increased human rights violations in the country, which include abductions, unlawful arrests, and the acts of torture exhibited by security operatives, most notably in the just concluded Kawempe North by-elections.
Bishop Banja prayed for respect and peace among different political players in the forthcoming national elections in 2026, which is anticipated to be marred by violence and a lot of human rights violations.
In his message, Bishop Banja also condemned the proposal by the government to allow the Uganda Revenue Authority-URA to collect school fees in government faith-based schools. He said that it could lead to the poor management of such schools.
Meanwhile, Rev. Steven Lumu, the diocesan mission secretary, said that the holy Thursday is the day when Jesus Christ instituted the sacrament of the holy Eucharist when he served the disciples a dinner.
Reverand Lumu also said that the Church of Uganda will participate in the Way of the Cross in a joint prayer with other religions, which include the Catholics and the Orthodox at Old Kampala playgrounds-URN. Give us feedback on this story through our email: kamwokyatimes@gmail.com
