MTN Uganda continues its tradition of supporting religious initiatives by extending a generous hand to the Anglican Midwest Cluster for this year’s Martyrs’ Day celebrations. Today, MTN Uganda officially presented a donation of Ugx 15,000,000 to the Midwest Cluster, reaffirming its commitment to standing alongside the Anglican community as they honor the Uganda Martyrs.
Abel Mwesigye, MTN Uganda’s West Regional Business Manager in company of Hon.Alex RuhundaAkiki the MTN Resident Dealer and Chief Community Officer and the Fort Portal municipality Member of Parliament, highlighted the company’s unwavering dedication to supporting events that embody shared values of resilience, unity, and community empowerment.
“We are honored to collaborate with the Midwest Cluster as they organize this significant event,” said Ruhunda. “MTN acknowledges the profound importance of Martyrs’ Day in Uganda’s religious landscape and is privileged to contribute to the success of these celebrations.”
The donation from MTN aims to ensure the seamless organization of the Martyrs’ Day festivities, providing a spiritually enriching experience for all participants. Additionally, MTN introduces a MoMo Fundraising Code, 590539in the names Church of Uganda Martyrs Day Celebrations, empowering individuals to join hands in supporting the Martyrs’ Day preparations.
The Midwest Cluster, led by Rt Rev Kisembo Reuben, the Cluster Chairman and Bishop of Ruwenzori Diocese, expressed profound gratitude for MTN’s generous assistance towards the event.
“I extend my heartfelt appreciation to MTN for their invaluable support,” stated Bishop Kisembo. “This contribution significantly enhances our preparations for Martyrs’ Day, enabling us to commemorate the enduring faith of the Uganda Martyrs.”
The contribution to the Anglicans comes a day after MTN equally supported the Catholic Shrine’s preparations in Nebbi ahead of the Martyrs’ Day celebration in Namugongo.
Furthermore, MTN will sponsor the broadcast of activities leading up to Martyrs’ Day celebrations and the proceedings of the actual day on local TV stations, ensuring broader participation in the celebrations.
As Uganda commemorates the 60th anniversary of the canonization of the Uganda Martyrs by Pope Paul VI, this year’s theme, “Conforming to the Truth of God’s word and not the patterns of the world” (Romans 12:1-2), resonates with the enduring legacy of faith and sacrifice exemplified by the Martyrs.
MTN Uganda remains steadfast in its commitment to fostering partnerships that promote unity, spirituality, and cultural heritage, embodying the company’s ethos of making a meaningful impact in the communities it serves.
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