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Catholics urged to always give back to God
The Parish Priest of Christ the King Church, Msgr. Gerald Kalumba urged Catholics to always give back to God. This was during the commissioning of Mother Mary’s Grotto and celebrating Community Day at St. Augustine Chapel, Makerere University on Sunday 28th April 2019.
“God has given us the greatest gift of all, which is life therefore, all the wealth we have belongs to Him. It is for that reason that we should endeavor to give back to Him through supporting church projects financially, morally and spiritually,” said Msgr. Kalumba.
Commissioning the Grotto, Msgr. Kalumba prayed to Mother Mary to grant whoever comes to pray at the Grotto his/her wishes and help them receive what they have prayed for. He thanked the Chaplain of St. Augustine Church, Rev. Fr. Josephat Ddungu for organizing the Community Day since it is one way through which Catholics socialize and come together in Christ.
Speaking during the Mass, Msgr. Kalumba called upon Christians to abandon evil ways and strengthen their devotion towards God. “Let us stop doing things that hurt our brethren but instead act in accordance with the Commandments of God.”
Rev. Fr. Josephat Ddungu, the Chaplain, St. Augustine Chapel, extended gratitude to Msgr. Kalumba for accepting to preside over the Community Day celebrations and commissioning of the Groto. He thanked the University Administration for granting them space where the Grotto was constructed.
“I take this opportunity to thank each and every member of St. Augustine Community for the love and support you give to the Church. I thank you for the generous heart and pray that God blesses you always,” said Rev. Fr. Ddungu.
In a special way, Rev. Fr. Ddungu thanked Makerere University students, student leaders for their sacrifice and time dedicated towards organizing church activities especially the Community Day and urged them to continue serving the Lord even when they leave Makerere University.
Article by: Esther Joyce Nakibombo, Volunteer, Mak Public Relations Office
Waste Management efforts at Makerere University have been boosted by a donation of 30 waste bins by Centenary Bank’s Makerere Branch. The bins received on Monday 11th May 2026 in the Freedom Square by the Vice Chancellor, Prof. Barnabas Nawangwe in the company of the Deputy Vice Chancellor (Academic Affairs), Prof. Sarah Ssali, Deputy University Secretary, Mr. Simon Kizito and other officials were handed over by the Branch Manager, Mr. Sunday Julius.
Appreciating the donation from Centenary Bank on behalf of University Management, Prof. Nawangwe noted that Makerere University strives to maintain “the cleanest environment in Kampala”, especially as a good example to future leaders, the students.
Acknowledging earlier donations to the Halls of Residence by Centenary Bank, Prof. Nawangwe described the ceremony as “the beginning of a long journey of collaboration in environmental stewardship,” with separation of plastics from biodegradable waste earmarked as the next step in user education.
In his remarks, Mr. Sunday noted that the donation was in line with the Bank’s Environmental, Social and Governance (ESG) objectives, particularly the Social component, where supporting institutions with waste management facilities to enhance hygiene is key. “It is important for Centenary Bank to give back to the society where it makes money”, he emphasized.
Describing Makerere University as the “main institution that Centenary Bank operates a branch”, Mr. Sunday recognised the donation as a step in the right direction with a valuable partner.
The newly-donated bins will be placed in various public locations under supervision of the Estates and Works Directorate.
Makerere University and the University of Notre Dame, Indiana, USA (ND) have signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MOU), which opens opportunities for collaboration between the two historic and leading research institutions in the areas of staff and student exchange, joint research and training, joint supervision of graduate students, and others.
The Vice Chancellor, Prof. Barnabas Nawangwe signed on behalf of Makerere University and Rev. Robert A. Dowd, the 18th President signed on behalf of the University of Notre Dame. The ceremony, which was held at the University of Notre Dame campus at South Bend, Indiana was witnessed by Dr. Lorna Magara, the Chairperson of the Council of Makerere University, who led the Mak delegation.
Dr. Magara appreciated the institutionalisation of the collaboration between the two universities and the very warm hospitality accorded to the Mak delegation.
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