The Church of Uganda has announced plans to hold a thanksgiving service marking 52 years of socio-economic transformation in Uganda through its Directorate of Household and Community Transformation (HCT).
The event is scheduled for Thursday, 26th March 2026 at Lweza Training and Conference Centre, according to Rev. Canon William Ongeng, Provincial Secretary of the Church of Uganda.
In a press statement issued on Monday, Rev. Canon Ongeng revealed that President H.E. Yoweri Kaguta Museveni will attend as the Chief Guest, while Archbishop The Most Rev. Dr. Stephen Samuel Kaziimba Mugalu will serve as the Main Celebrant.
During the event, the Church will also officially launch the “CoU-Zimba Lweza Project,” a redevelopment initiative aimed at transforming Lweza Training and Conference Centre into a world-class training facility.
“This project will include the construction of modern facilities and systems strengthening to enable Lweza Training and Conference Centre to offer high-standard trainings, conferences, hospitality services, and community development programs,” Rev. Canon Ongeng said.
He invited Christians, partners, and well-wishers to join the thanksgiving service and contribute generously toward the CoU-Zimba Lweza Project.
About the Directorate of Household and Community Transformation (HCT)
The Directorate of Household and Community Transformation (HCT) is the social-economic development arm of the Church of Uganda, dedicated to improving household and community livelihoods by harnessing local potential across the country.
Its work focuses on empowering communities to become self-reliant through participatory development approaches.
Over the years, HCT has implemented several initiatives, including:
- Food security and sustainable livelihoods programs promoting modern agricultural practices and income-generating activities.
- Village Savings and Loan Associations (VSLAs) encouraging a culture of savings and financial inclusion.
- Skills development and economic empowerment training thousands in practical skills such as soap making, organic manure production, and small-scale enterprises.
- Gender and social justice programs strengthening families and addressing community challenges.
- Water, sanitation, and hygiene (WASH), environmental conservation, and climate resilience initiatives promoting sustainable living.
- Disaster risk management and humanitarian support for vulnerable populations, including displaced communities.
- Climate change and forest regeneration programs, along with capacity-building and mindset change initiatives.
