The chairman of the Uganda Episcopal Conference, Bishop Anthony Zziwa, has urged Ugandans to use the way of the cross as a moment to confront rising levels of evil in society.
Zziwa made the remarks during prayers at Old Kampala playground.
He said the annual procession should not be treated as a mere ritual, but as a call to action against wrongdoing in communities.
“We should bear in mind that we have not walked this Ecumenical Way of the Cross for no reason, but to fight evil such as murder, including killings within families, attacks on the elderly, and abortion, which takes the lives of unborn children,” Zziwa said.
He expressed concern over increasing cases of corruption, discrimination, conflict across Africa and the wider world, and the misuse of technology and social media.
Zziwa urged Christians and all believers to become instruments of peace in their families, neighbourhoods and countries. [WATCH VIDEO]
He added that since peace begins with individuals, both men and women must use the period to turn away from wrongdoing.
The state minister for Kampala, Kabuye Kyofatogabye, called on residents to maintain peace, saying stability is essential for business and social harmony.
He also advised Ugandans to avoid excessive spending during the Easter period and instead prioritise essential needs such as education, medical care and family welfare.
The newly elected Nansana Municipality MP, Zambali Bulasio Mukasa, asked the government to use the Easter season to pardon opposition political prisoners, particularly those linked to the National Unity Platform.
He called on the public to pray for affected families, saying many were arrested for political reasons.
Kampala Lord Mayor-elect, Ronald Balimwezo, warned officials at Kampala Capital City Authority (KCCA) to immediately stop engaging in corrupt practices.
He said corruption was undermining service delivery in key areas such as waste management, public health, street lighting and the enforcement of trade regulations in the city.
