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Find news, events and campus updates or simply talk to other students about all things UCU. Uganda Christian University (UCU) is a private, not-for-profit University that is chartered (accredited) by the Government of Uganda. In 2004, the Government of Uganda granted a charter to Uganda Christian University – the highest level of national accreditation. UCU was the first private University to rece

ive such a charter from the Government. UCU’s main campus is in Mukono, 25 kilometres (15 miles) from the capital city of Kampala, Uganda. A constituent college, Bishop Barham University College, is located in Kabale (south western Uganda) and regional campuses are located in Mbale (East) and Arua (Northwest). UCU was founded and is owned by the Church of Uganda (Anglican). During 2010/11, over 7,500 students will study at the main campus and 3,000 more will study at campuses around Uganda. Over 40 undergraduate and post-graduate programmes are offered through Uganda Christian University.

Congratulations to our alumna, Daphine Ayebare, a Chief Magistrate, on being elected the President of the Uganda Judicia...
19/05/2026

Congratulations to our alumna, Daphine Ayebare, a Chief Magistrate, on being elected the President of the Uganda Judicial Officers' Association (UJOA).👏

May God bless your service to the UJOA, guided by the UCU core values that shaped you. Onward & upward!🥂

Background: Daphine graduated with a UCU Bachelor's of Laws (2007- 2011) and also served as the Vice Guild President in the Guild Council (2010-2011).

Did You Know?In 1888, the King's pond at Mengo was stocked with crocodiles, kept ready for those his executioners would ...
19/05/2026

Did You Know?

In 1888, the King's pond at Mengo was stocked with crocodiles, kept ready for those his executioners would hurl in as rebels.

Reference: "African Holocaust: The Story of the Uganda Martyrs," book by John F. Faupel.

19/05/2026

Martyrs' Day 2026:My Faith Challenge:

"...The fact that they were willing to give up their life because of faith in God whom they had not seen is really outstanding for me..."

Martyrs' Day 2026 Prayer Diary: Day 4Martyr Focus: St. Charles Lwanga (January 1, 1860 – June 3, 1886)Charles Lwanga (Ka...
19/05/2026

Martyrs' Day 2026 Prayer Diary: Day 4

Martyr Focus: St. Charles Lwanga (January 1, 1860 – June 3, 1886)
Charles Lwanga (Kaloli Lwanga) was born on January 1, 1860, at Biri village in Buddu County, Buganda Kingdom. He belonged to the Ngabi (bushbuck) clan. His father, Mabingo, was a bark-cloth maker. A strong, athletic young man and skilled wrestler, Charles entered the royal court as a page under Kabaka Muteesa I. Under Mwanga II, he rose rapidly to become the chief of the pages and later major-domo of the royal enclosure.
Following the martyrdom of St. Joseph Mukasa Balikuddembe on November 15, 1885, Charles immediately asked for baptism and was baptized that same night by Fr. Simeon Lourdel. He assumed leadership of the Catholic pages, courageously protecting the young boys (aged 13–25) from Mwanga’s sexual demands, secretly catechizing them, and personally baptizing several, including the young Kizito on the eve of their arrest.
Arrested on May 25–26, 1886, he encouraged the group during their march to Namugongo. On June 3, 1886, at about age 26, he was the first to be wrapped in a reed mat and burned alive.

Martyrs' Day 2026 Prayer Diary: Day 3Let's pray...🙏Lord, transform me by the renewing of my mind. Cleanse my thoughts fr...
18/05/2026

Martyrs' Day 2026 Prayer Diary: Day 3

Let's pray...🙏

Lord, transform me by the renewing of my mind. Cleanse my thoughts from fear, pride, and every lie that opposes Your truth. Help me to reject worldly patterns and to embrace Your Word as the foundation of my thinking. Like Denis Ssebuggwawo, give me boldness to stand for truth and to speak Your Word without fear, regardless of opposition. Strengthen my convictions and align my thoughts, desires, and decisions with Your will. Let my mind be disciplined, my heart steadfast, and my life a reflection of Your truth in all circumstances. Amen.

Martyrs' Day Prayer Diary: Our Martyr of focus today is St. Andrew Kaggwa (c.1856-1886)Arrested during the 1886 persecut...
17/05/2026

Martyrs' Day Prayer Diary: Our Martyr of focus today is St. Andrew Kaggwa (c.1856-1886)

Arrested during the 1886 persecution, he was taken to Munyonyo. On May 26, Prime Minister Kintu, jealous of his influence, ordered his hands chopped off before he was beheaded in a banana plantation....

A heartfelt THANK YOU to JEBI Diagnostics and Medical Supplies Limited!JEBI has generously donated sanitizers and disinf...
14/05/2026

A heartfelt THANK YOU to JEBI Diagnostics and Medical Supplies Limited!
JEBI has generously donated sanitizers and disinfectants to Uganda Christian University ahead of the 2026 Namugongo Martyrs' Day Celebrations.
The donation was officially received by our Deputy Vice Chancellor for Finance and Administration, Mr. David Mugawe, alongside Prof. John Kitayimbwa, Deputy Vice Chancellor for Academic Affairs and Chairperson of the Central Organising Committee.
On 3rd June 2026, UCU will host an estimated 10,000 pilgrims, guests, and members of the university community at the Uganda Martyrs' Anglican Site, Namugongo, under the theme "Christ Our Peace: Breaking the Walls, Healing the Nations." JEBI's support will help us maintain hygiene and safeguard everyone who walks through our gates.
To our UCU family, alumni, partners, churches, and friends, JEBI has set the pace. Will you join them?
We warmly welcome donations of any kind, financial support, supplies, services, refreshments, transport, branded materials, or in-kind partnerships, toward our resource mobilization efforts. Every contribution counts.
To support, please reach out to our Resource Mobilization Desk through the comments below or via our official channels. 🤝

13/05/2026

Following Jesus comes with a cost- UCU Chaplain, Rev. Canon. Paul Wasswa Ssembiro.

What does the martyrs' testimony means to you?

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12/05/2026

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If you love UCU.🥰

Let's Pray🙏🙏🙏Lord, You promised to remove the heart of stone and give a heart of flesh. I surrender every hardened place...
11/05/2026

Let's Pray🙏🙏🙏

Lord, You promised to remove the heart of stone and give a heart of flesh. I surrender every hardened place within me - every resistance, hidden sin, and compromise. Create in me a tender
heart that responds quickly to Your voice. Like Andrew Kaggwa, grant me courage to live out my faith openly and to share Your truth with others despite opposition. Fill me with Your Spirit, renew my inner being, and align my desires with Your will. Let my life reflect true transformation, that I may walk in obedience, serve faithfully, and remain steadfast in every circumstance. Amen.

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