Monsignor Expedito Magembe, the founder and longtime Director of Mount Sion Prayer Centre in Bukalango, has passed away.
The sad news was announced on Friday, May 9, 2025, by Fr. Pius Male Ssentumbwe, Chancellor of the Kampala Archdiocese.
“On behalf of His Grace Paul Ssemogerere, Archbishop of the Kampala Archdiocese, I regret to announce the demise of Monsignor Expedito Magembe of Mount Sion Prayer Centre, Bukalango, on the 9th of May, 2025,” read an official statement posted on X by Fr. Ssentumbwe. “Updates to follow.”
Monsignor Magembe celebrated 50 years of devoted priestly service in July 2024.
Earlier in January 2025, false reports of his death circulated on social media. However, it was confirmed that he passed away on May 9. Further details regarding the cause of death and burial arrangements are yet to be released.
The Speaker of the Parliament of Uganda, Rt. Hon. Anitah Annet Among, extended her condolences to Archbishop Ssemogerere, the Kampala Archdiocese, and all who were touched by Msgr. Magembe’s ministry.
“I would like to express my heartfelt condolences to His Grace Archbishop Paul Ssemogerere, the community of the Kampala Archdiocese, and to the family, friends, and parishioners of Msgr. Expedito Magembe, the founder and director of Mt. Zion Prayer Centre in Bukalango, upon his passing,” she said.
Speaker Among praised the late cleric for his deep spiritual impact: “Msgr. Magembe undoubtedly won many souls for Christ and created a welcoming space where countless individuals came to seek God, pray, and receive guidance.”
She added, “May his legacy, which spanned 50 years of priesthood, inspire many to be God-fearing and to show compassion and love for one another. May his soul rest in peace.”
