Buyanja East MP donates Shs10 million for church roofing in Matale

31 May 2026, 10:56 pm

By Joseph Kato

Matale

Excitement has engulfed Christians of St Edward Kitengeto and St Paul Igayaza Catholic Churches in Matale Sub-county after Buyanja East MP, Dr Emely Kugonza, donated Shs10 million towards the roofing of their churches.

Dr Emely first donated Shs5 million during a Holy Mass at St Edward Kitengeto Catholic Church, led by Rev Fr Charles Kakooza, to support the ongoing church construction project, which has now reached the roofing stage.

Later, Dr Emely joined Christians at St Paul Igayaza Catholic Church and handed over Shs5 million to support the roofing of their church, which is also under construction.

The Chairperson of the Construction Committee at St Edward Kitengeto Catholic Church, Mr Mark Kyaboona, informed Dr Emely that construction of the modern church began in 2017 and requires 450 iron sheets, estimated at over Shs70 million.

Mr Robert Bulemu, the Chairperson of the Construction Committee at St Paul Igayaza Catholic Church, said their church also requires 250 iron sheets at an estimated cost of over Shs45 million.

Addressing Christians at the two churches, Dr Emely commended the congregation for their commitment to the construction projects and encouraged them to continue working together to achieve their goals.

He also urged residents to remain vigilant and adhere to the Ministry of Health standard operating procedures aimed at preventing the spread of Ebola.

Dr Emely further pledged Shs2 million towards the construction of a latrine at St Edward Kitengeto Catholic Church.

His donations were received with cheers and excitement from the Christians, who praised him for supporting church development and other community projects in the area.

Later, Dr Emely interacted with residents of Igayaza Village during a meeting attended by former District Councillor representing older persons, Mr Ignatius Tibamwenda.