Namugongo gears up for Martyrs' Day
May 21, 2018
Pilgrims from Kanungu have already passed Sanga, Kiruhura district, while those from Lira have so far covered more than 100km of the 340km.
Workers picking rubbish in the compound. Photos by Juliet Kasirye
Barely two weeks to Martyrs' Day celebrations at Namugongo, in Wakiso district, preparations are in high gear.
A visit by New Vision shows work is going on such as painting the balcony of the martyrs' lake, slashing and also cleaning all the premise of Namugongo Catholic Shrine.
Although the shrine was closed, the first pilgrims have already arrived, while many more are on their way. As of now, security is also tight as only people with identifications are allowed to enter the gate of the shrine.
Pilgrims from Kanungu have already passed Sanga, Kiruhura district, while those from Lira have so far covered more than 100km of the 340km.
The organisers, Tororo Diocese flagged off their 12,000-member team on Sunday and will set off on May 25th 2018. They will be expected to arrive by June 2, 2018.
