Faith and Integrity: Bishop Akanjuna Calls Out Corruption in Uganda During Easter Sermon
Rt. Rev. Gaddie Akanjuna, Bishop of the Diocese of Kigezi, used his Easter Sunday sermon to strongly rebuke the rising tide of corruption in Uganda. Speaking at St. Peter’s Cathedral in Rugarama, Kabale Municipality, Bishop Akanjuna urged Ugandans to uphold the national motto, “For God and My Country,” not just in word but in action.
Quoting the country’s troubling 140th position out of 180 on the 2024 Transparency International Corruption Index, he lamented how deeply corruption has eroded Uganda’s moral fabric and international image.
“We must return to the core values of integrity, honesty, and accountability. Our national motto should guide our daily lives and leadership,” the bishop declared.
A Season for Self-Examination
Bishop Akanjuna reminded congregants that Easter is not just a celebration of Christ’s resurrection, but also a call to personal reflection and transformation.
“Let this be a time for soul-searching. Let’s examine our hearts, repent, and walk in righteousness,” he urged.
Also present at the Easter service was city lawyer Dan Musinguzi Nabaasa, who echoed the call for moral leadership, emphasizing the need for environmental stewardship grounded in biblical responsibility.
“We are stewards of God’s creation. Let us preserve nature for the generations to come,” Nabaasa said.
Professor Highlights Leadership Failures
Associate Professor Medard Rugyendo of Kabale University also weighed in, criticizing recent reports of Ugandan MPs receiving UGX 100 million amid widespread poverty.
“It’s a disgrace to see such sanitization of corruption. Leaders must repent and prioritize citizen welfare,” Rugyendo stated.
He further warned against Uganda’s alarming alcohol consumption levels, linking it to family breakdowns and societal decay.
Unified Call to Action
The service drew hundreds of worshippers, including Rt. Rev. Eng. George Bagamuhunda, emeritus bishop of the Diocese of Kigezi, and Chris Turyomurugyendo, Kabale’s assistant RDC. Together, they echoed a clear message: Uganda must reclaim its moral compass.
