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Coronavirus in Uganda: Update on school closures

Coronavirus in Uganda: Update on school closures

April 2020

Due to the coronavirus being detected in Uganda recently, all schools have been closed down for at least a month in order to keep the children safe. This was a directive from the Ugandan government.

School's Out: Uganda battles Coronavirus

School's Out: Uganda battles Coronavirus

March 2020

The coronavirus pandemic remains a serious and imminent threat in the UK. In East Africa, COVID-19 cases have also been confirmed and the number of cases, unfortunately, is rising.

The Appeal for Church Appeals

The Appeal for Church Appeals

February 2020

This month, Ted, our chairman, gives us an insight into EVC Uganda's church appeals. Much work goes into the preparation for a successful delivery, as well as initially securing the appeal with a parish priest. Ted tells us more below:

Tidings of Comfort and Joy

Tidings of Comfort and Joy

January 2020

It's become something of a tradition to hold a carol singing session to raise funds for EVC Uganda. Last Christmas was no exception.

Season's Greetings from Father Boniface

Season's Greetings from Father Boniface

December 2019

Father Boniface sends us a message during this happy season of Christmas. He assures us all of his gratitude, as well as that of the children and their continued prayers for us.

Our Chairman's Message 2019

Our Chairman's Message 2019

December 2019

2019 has been another year of considerable achievement for EVC Uganda made possible by the magnificent support of our donors, trustees and volunteers. Our chairman, Ted Fawcett gives a brief overview below:

Comic Opera, Musicals and Cheese & Wine

Comic Opera, Musicals and Cheese & Wine

September 2019

On 18th September, EVC Uganda had the pleasure of hosting the wonderful talents of the Stewartby Operatic and Dramatic Society who ran a fantastic musical evening in aid of the charity.

Serverus Jjumba, Bishop of Masaka

Serverus Jjumba, Bishop of Masaka

August 2019

Recently, the Holy Father Pope Francis appointed Msgr. Serverus Jjumba as the new bishop of the Diocese of Masaka, the region in which EVC Uganda operates.

Get to know Nakidde Margaret

Get to know Nakidde Margaret

July 2019

In our last blog, we heard Gonzaga's inspiring story. This time we learn about her assistant, Margaret.

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