Hundreds of pilgrims from the Kampala Archdiocese have gathered at St. John Mary Muzeeyi Shrine, Jjugula, under St. Balikuddembe Mengo Kisenyi Parish, to celebrate the feast of St. John Mary Muzeeyi, the last Ugandan Martyr to be executed on 27th January 1887 on the orders of Kabaka Mwanga.
St. John Mary Muzeeyi is one of the 22 Ugandan Martyrs who were killed during the reign of Kabaka Mwanga for their unwavering faith.
The celebrations were led by the Vicar General of Kampala Archdiocese, Msgr. Rogers Mukasa Kabuye, who represented His Grace Archbishop Paul Ssemogerere.
Msgr. Kabuye praised St. John Mary Muzeeyi for his deep faith and love for Christ, urging Christians to emulate his example of courage and steadfast belief.
He also commended the faithful for the ongoing developments at the pilgrimage site, noting that the improvements have made it more attractive and continues to draw many pilgrims who visit the shrine regularly for prayer and spiritual reflection.
By Gideon Ssebulime
27th Jan 2026
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