Ntungamo,Uganda – The Rt Rev Nathan Ahimbisibwe, Bishop of South Ankole Diocese, has recognized and awarded certificates of appreciation and gifts to 8,210 Christians for their continuous financial commitment, voluntary service, and generous giving to the church. The initiative is dubbed “Diocesan Pillars of Development”.
In his sermon, Bishop Ahimbisibwe reminded believers that there is nothing one loses in giving, but instead it has a multiplier effect. He implored Christians to always give to thank God, build the Church of Christ, and expand His ministry.
Bishop Ahimbisibwe hailed the people of South Ankole Diocese and Ntungamo District at large for supporting the Diocese generously.
According to South Ankole Diocesan Secretary Rev. Canon Alfred Turyamureeba, the number of Diocesan Development Pillars increased from 7,000 in 2025 to 8,210 in 2026 across all 73 parishes.
Top honorees by category:
*Men’s category*: Elder Jomo Kindyomunda from Kibatsi Archdeaconry topped the list.
*Women’s category*: Prossy Saja, wife of Alexander Saja of SAP General Hardware, from Kyamate Deanery led.
*Youth category*: Donax Kyarikunda from Itojo Archdeaconry led, followed by Ezra Tumutegyereize from Rukoni Archdeaconry.
*Sunday School category*: Sharma Kambutsa from Ruhaama Archdeaconry and Akoragye Assurance from Kitunga Archdeaconry.
Pictorial:
Source: Radio Ankole
