In a heartfelt statement, Uganda’s President Yoweri Museveni has expressed his profound sadness over the passing of Pope Francis, who died on Easter Monday at the age of 88.
Museveni praised the late Pontiff as an extraordinary spiritual leader and a respected theologian, highlighting his significant impact on the Catholic Church in today’s secular world.
Museveni’s remarks emphasized Pope Francis’s commitment to peace, social justice, compassion, and humility, noting that his efforts resonated with millions and instilled hope among the faithful.
The president commended the Pope’s openness to dialogue with different faiths, citing his alignment with the teachings of Jesus and the spirit of the Good Samaritan.
As he extended condolences to the global Catholic community, Museveni reaffirmed his solidarity with Catholics in Uganda and worldwide during this period of mourning, expressing that Pope Francis’s legacy of love, unity, and service would endure for generations.
He concluded his statement by wishing for the eternal peace of the Pope’s soul and extending his highest considerations to the stakeholders in the Catholic Church.
By Ben Musanje
22nd April 2025
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