Hoima Diocese

Hoima Catholic Diocese is head-quartered in the city of Hoima in the Mid-Western region of Uganda covering the Kingdom of Bunyoro Kitara.

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@HCDiocese Congratulates Rt. Hon. Jacob Markson @ObothOboth & Rt. Hon. @Thomas_Tayebwa upon being elected as Speaker and Deputy Speaker of the 12th Parliament of Uganda 25.05.2026. @DaudiKabanda @KagutaMuseveni @MaryMugasa @HOIDERA2 @SeminaryOb

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32nd Coronation Anniversary of Omukama Solomon Iguru I at Karuziika slated for 11 Jun 2026, has been called off by @Bunyoro_Kitara officials - Omuhikirwa Andrew Kirungi Byakutaaga Ateenyi, Omuchwezi.
@gracemarymugasa @RobinahNabbanja @SeminaryOb @HOIDERA23

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Michael Ayeranga Christopher has explained the pull and push to his expected but unrealized spiring for @KikuubeOfficial LC V Governance following the demise of Chairman elect Peter Banura Araali Koona. @gracemarymugasa @SeminaryOb

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Just in: The nearing "2026 Kooki Pilgrimage" is INDEFINITELY postponed! We @HCDiocese apologize for all inconveniences caused!
"A healthy mind in a healthy body."
Be blessed.
@SeminaryOb @HOIDERA2 @RobinahNabbanja @gracemarymugasa

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Bp. Francis Aquirinus Kibira, Ordinary of Kasese, has arrived at St. Michael Divine Shrine to receive foot pilgrims from DR Congo.

His presence signifies solidarity as the faithful await arrival of their counterparts to embark on their journey of faith and devotion.

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Fr. Mugisa Mujule Akiiki @HCDiocese on Fidei Donum in America has today marked 48 years in Priesthood. "You are a priest forever..."

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Sr. Sarah Muhindo @kesesekgr says over 1,000 foot pilgrims from the Neibouring @DemocraticCongo have already been registeted for the Namugongo 3rd Ug Martyrs' day Celebrations 2026. @HCDiocese @hoidera092 @gracemarymugasa

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8 May 2025, Robert Francis Card. Prevost was elected 267th Pontif - took the name, Leo XIV.

In 12 months he's crossed borders, bringing closeness of a father to Catholics around the world.

He's offered those small, tender gestures that often say more than a thousand speeches.

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Renowned Indigenous Language Catholic Liturgical Music Composer JB Kazoora has passed on at 64.
Mbarara Ecclesiastical Province is mourning this Runyankore - Rukiga Original Music Composer and singer days after his glamorous wedding on 25 Apr 2026. He died 4 May 2026. RIP.

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Fr. James Aliomu Finance Administrator, Fr. Stephen Asiimwe, Land Officer & Eng Yiga witnessed the function. @Hotel will contain 7 levels/floors, including the parking basement, supermarket (banking hall), restaurant, conference hall, 3 levels of guest houses& a health club.

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Msgr. Robert Mugisa officiated @ground breaking ceremony & blessing of site for construction of @HCDiocese Diamond Jubilee Hotel, in Hoima City, adjacent HB Hotel. Shs7bn project will span 3 years & is contracted by Engineer Yiga's Co. Ltd.

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Msgr. Robert Mugisa officiated @ground breaking ceremony & blessing of site for construction of @HCDiocese Diamond Jubilee Hotel, in Hoima City, adjacent HB Hotel. Shs7bn project will span 3 years & is contracted by Engineer Yiga's Co. Ltd.

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Masindi: Omugurusi Omuhinda Martin Byaruhanga of Kyakahunu, Nyamigisa, Masindi - seated by the casket of his dear wife, Sefuroza Kibanoba Byaruhanga (18 Nov 1932 - 24 Apr 2026).
Funeral Mass led by Vicar General @HCDiocese underway at his home.
May her soul rest in peace.

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Fr. Karl Hartl (MAfr.) died (22 Apr 2026) in Trier, Germany at 93 years, 67 were spent on mission to Uganda.
Fr. Hartl, born in Allemagne, Regensburg (23
Dec 1932) was
Ordained to priesthood (20
Jul 1958) in Munich. 1 Jul 1959 was posted to Mubende. May His Soul Rest in Peace.

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Bishops of Mbarara Ecclesiastical Province (Mbarara Archdiocese, @HCDiocese, Fort Portal Diocese, Kasese Diocese and Kabale Diocese) will commence their annual rotational interdiocesan pastoral visit in Kabale Diocese tomorrow, Wed 15 Apr until Sun 19 Apr 2026. @SeminaryOb

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Bp Vincent Kirabo @HCDiocese arrives at Funeral of Late Hon. Peter Banura Araali LC 5 Chairperson @KikuubeOfficial. He's welcomed by the father to the late H.E. Maj. Gen. (Rtd) Matayo Kyaligonza Extraordinary Ambassador and Plenipotentiary of Uganda to Burundi. @gracemarymugasa

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Bp Vincent Kirabo @HCDiocese arrives at Funeral of Late Hon. Peter Banura Araali LC 5 Chairperson @KikuubeOfficial. He's welcomed by the father to the late H.E. Maj. Gen. (Rtd) Matayo Kyaligonza Extraordinary Ambassador and Plenipotentiary of Uganda to Burundi. @gracemarymugasa

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09/04/2026
Bishop Kirabo Amooti last evening issued a statement of Condolence on the passing of Kikuube lc5 chairman.

The statement was read by Rev. Fr. Patrick Museveni Atwooki, the Director of Social Communications @HCDiocese.
May his soul Rest in Peace 🕊️

@KagutaMuseveni

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KIRO KINU OMU BYAFAAYO:
Leero, nitwijuka Emanzi Omukama Cwa II Kabalega Ayatuulize Ebiro 06/04/1923. Akaba Omukama w'Ihanga lya @Bunyoro_Kitara kuruga omwaka 1870-1899.
Tumwijukaho muno kwemera Abajungu kwija munuka. @KagutaMuseveni

#Kabalega #Leega!

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KIRO KINU OMU BYAFAAYO:
Leero, nitwijuka Emanzi Omukama Cwa II Kabalega Ayatuulize Ebiro 06/04/1923. Akaba Omukama w'Ihanga lya @Bunyoro_Kitara kuruga omwaka 1870-1899.
Tumwijukaho muno kwemera Abajungu kwija munuka. @KagutaMuseveni

#Kabalega #Leega!