UPDF joins Namugongo Shrine construction

By Vision Reporter

The UPDF Engineering Brigade has joined the construction of the Namugongo Martyrs' shrines as the Pontiff's visit looms.

Pope Francis's much awaited visit to Uganda is on November 27. Below is what the progress of the Catholic Martyrs' shrine is so far.

ALL PHOTOGRAPHY/Nicholas Oneal

A view of the general sitting area

The interior of the main Basilica

Workers putting final touches to the dome of the main celebratory altar near the man-made lake

Soldiers of the UPDF mechanised brigade at work

A view of the new walkway towards the main celebratory altar

The VIP pavillion is one of the beautiful landmarks of the refurbished Namugongo Catholic Martyrs' shrine