Msgr Magembe's funeral mass underway at Kisubi Minor Seminary

Over 300 priests have turned up to concelebrate

Msgr Expedito Magembe funeral at Kisubi Minor Seminary. (Photo by Posiano Nsimbi)
By Mathias Mazinga
Journalists @New Vision
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The funeral mass for Msgr Expedito Magembe is underway at Ntuwa Stadium, Kisubi Minor Seminary on Entebbe Road, Wakiso district.

The May 12, 2025, event is being presided over by Kampala Catholic Archbishop Paul Ssemogere.



Over 300 priests are concelebrating, including Bishop Antony Zziwa of Kiyinda Mityana Diocese, Bishop Lawrence Mukasa of Kasana-Luweero, Bishop Christopher Kakooza of Lugazi, Bishop Serverus Jjumba of Masaka and the Nuncio, His Excellency Archbishop Augurine Kasujja.



The Prelates performed the commendation rites at the casket (of Msgr Magembe).



Dr Andrew Ssekitoleko, director Nsambya hospital.

Dr Andrew Ssekitoleko, director Nsambya hospital.


Ssebwana Charles Kisirinza giving the Buganda Kingdom prime minister's speech.

Ssebwana Charles Kisirinza giving the Buganda Kingdom prime minister's speech.



Gen Katumba Wamala delivered the condolence message from President Museveni. The President paid tribute to Msgr Magembe for his commitment to children and the youth. He particularly thanked him for helping young people to know and love God.

He assured mourners that all the projects that he was helping Magembe to do at Mount Sion Prayer Centre, Bukalango, would be accomplished.


Gen. Katumba Wamala giving the presidential speech.

Gen. Katumba Wamala giving the presidential speech.



Before delivering the message of the President, Gen Katumba Wamala gave his personal remarks.

He praised Magembe for his unconditional love that he lavished on all people, indiscriminately.

Gen Katumba announced a donation of sh500m that Museveni gave towards the burial expenses.

Archbishop Ssemogerere.

Archbishop Ssemogerere.



Archbishop Ssemogerere also delivered his message of gratitude.

Gen. Katumba Wamala laying a wreath.

Gen. Katumba Wamala laying a wreath.



Archbishop Ssemogerere laying a wreath.

Archbishop Ssemogerere laying a wreath.