At least 70 suspects are in police custody on theft charges for allegedly stealing from pilgrims who have thronged Namugongo, Wakiso District for the Uganda Martyrs’ Day commemoration. Two of the suspects are female while one of the 68 male suspects was arrested on charges of illegal passion of government […]
At least 30 people who were part of thousands who thronged Namugongo, Wakiso District for Martyrs’ Day commemoration have been referred to hospitals for further medical attention after collapsing at the shrine due to the surging number of pilgrims. By 6am, the catholic shrine was almost full to capacity with […]
As more pilgrims throng Namugongo ahead of the Martyrs Day celebrations slated for Saturday, June 3, police have banned cameras and heavy jackets In an interview with KFM, Kampala Metropolitan Police (KMP) spokesperson, Mr. Patrick Onyango said that the ban is meant to ensure a secure celebration at both the […]
Regional police commanders have been ordered to ensure the safety of all pilgrims trekking to Namugongo Martyrs’ shrines ahead of the June 3rd commemoration. Police publicist, Fred Enanga has revealed that these have been tasked to escort pilgrims and provide protection to them as they rest at churches, schools, and […]
By Kankiriho Obed Over 200 pilgrims from Kabale Diocese have this morning embarked on their journey to Namugongo Shrine ahead of the June 3, Uganda Martyrs Celebration. The pilgrims from Kisoro, Rubanda, Kabale districts assembled at Kabale diocesan headquarters last on Saturday and later had a holy mass at St […]
