President Yoweri Kaguta Museveni has today presided over the grand opening of the new All Saints Cathedral in Nakasero, Kampala.
The President was accompanied by the First Lady and Minister of Education and Sports, Maama Janet Kataaha Museveni.
The event, attended by hundreds of Christians, served as part of the All-Saints Day celebrations.
The newly completed facility, standing out with a striking 45-metre bell tower, features the Bishop’s office for the Kampala Diocese, a two-level underground parking lot, four chapels, a coffee centre and a library.
Designed to accommodate over 5,000 worshippers, the cathedral is a monumental addition to Uganda’s Anglican community and a major symbol of the faith’s expansion in Kampala.
In his address, President Museveni extended his gratitude to the building committee and those who led the project.
“I want to thank and congratulate the building committee and the chairpersons who have brought this magnificent cathedral to completion,” he stated.
Reflecting on his personal faith journey, President Museveni shared that his mother was a devoted “Mulokole” (revivalist), and he himself was active in the Scripture Union during his youthful years.
However, he expressed disappointment upon discovering that the headquarters of the Church of Uganda was not based at Namirembe, as he had believed.
“Up to now, I have never gotten a clear explanation,” he added.
Highlighting the theme of spiritual and personal development, President Museveni urged Christians to embody the values of the parable of the talents, referencing the call to multiply one’s gifts and be a light to others.
