President Yoweri Kaguta Museveni has contributed UGX 300 million towards the completion of Emmanuel Cathedral in Kinyasano of North Kigezi Diocese in Rukungiri District.
The Contribution was delivered by the Second Deputy Prime Minister who representing the President at a thanksgiving service and fundraising event organised by the North Kigezi Diocese–Kampala Fellowship at Kololo Ceremonial Grounds.
The service was led by the Bishop of North Kigezi Diocese Rt Rev Onesimus Asiimwe and the fellowship is seeking to raise Ugx 3.7 billion to complete the construction of the Cathedral.
The event was also attended by the Deputy Speaker of Parliament Rt Hon Thomas Tayebwa and other religious and political leaders which was also used to celebrate Commissioner General of Prisons Canon Dr Johnson Byabashaija, the diocese’s Head of the Laity.
Bishop Onesimus Asiimwe pledged the Diocese’s commitment to accountability and transparency while assuring contributors that all funds raised towards Emmanuel Cathedral’s completion would be properly accounted for.
Bishop Asiimwe, said the Diocese was committed to promoting accountability, integrity and transparency in both public and private institutions and rallied behind the President Museveni anti-corruption campaign under the slogan, “Kisanja No Sleep, No Corruption”.
Bishop Asiimwe also disclosed that the Diocese was tax-compliant and up to date with its obligations to the Uganda Revenue Authority, describing compliance with tax laws as part of its commitment to institutional responsibility.
Over Ugx 2.7 billion was raised towards the completion of construction of Emmanuel Cathedral at Kinyasano, a major development undertaking for the Diocese, with the funds expected to facilitate outstanding construction works and bring the cathedral closer to completion.
The Bishop thanked Christians, leaders and other well-wishers who contributed towards the cathedral project, reiterating that accountability, transparency and the fight against corruption should be shared responsibilities in building trustworthy institutions and strengthening society.
The function was attended by all Archdeacons and Christians from North Kigezi Diocese residing in Kampala, Wakiso, Entebbe and Jinja.
