Ankole Diocese wins major cultural award

(Posted 28th May 2023)

 

On the 25th May 2023, the Cross Cultural Foundation of Uganda (CCFU) hosted the 5th National Heritage Awards ceremony at a colourful event to recognize “Promoters of our National Heritage“.

 

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The Ankole Diocese was recognized for establishing the East African Revival Museum at Ruharo Hill, a few metres from St James Cathedral in Mbarara City.

 

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As Chairperson of the East African Revival Museum did Maria Baryamujura – an Ashoka Fellow – represent the Rt. Rev. Prof Fred Sheldon Mwesigwa, the Bishop of Ankole Diocese to receive the Award.

The award was in the Intangible heritage category.

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ATCNews extends warm congratulations to the Ankole Diocese for their commitment to promote culture and subsequently being honoured with such an important Ugandan award.

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