Bishop Kasangaki reminds Museveni of unfulfilled pledges ahead of his retirement
The process of selecting his successor is already underway.
Masindi: Bishop William George Kasangaki of Masindi Kitara Diocese has reminded President Museveni to fulfill several unfulfilled pledges made to the diocese, as the bishop prepares for his retirement in August 2025.
Born in 1960 in Bulima Village, Masindi district, Bishop Kasangaki has served for 12 years as the second bishop of the diocese, following Stanley Ntagali. He will retire upon reaching the age of 65, marking the end of his tenure.
In an exclusive interview with ugreports.co.ug, Bishop Kasangaki shared the ongoing challenges faced by the diocese during his time in office, including financial struggles and a lack of reliable transportation.
He recounted an incident in 2019 when his vehicle was destroyed by fire while he was attending a religious conference in the U.S.
Despite promises from President Museveni to provide a replacement vehicle, Kasangaki said these promises have not been fulfilled. Additionally, he revealed that the president had promised to assist with equipping the science lab at Masindi Christian Secondary School, but this too remains unaddressed.
The diocese has faced significant financial difficulties due to its large geographical coverage, which includes the districts of Masindi, Buliisa, and Kiryandongo, coupled with a small income base.
In response, Bishop Kasangaki has been emphasizing the importance of various projects to increase the diocese’s income beyond Sunday collections. However, poverty remains a major issue for the people of Masindi Kitara, especially for farmers who depend on crops like sugarcane, maize, beans, and groundnuts.
The bishop expressed concern that farmers in the sugarcane sector are not allowed to witness the weighing of their cane, which he believes has contributed to widespread poverty due to unfair practices at weighbridges.
Kasangaki urged leaders to advocate for farmers, highlighting the need for better supervision of agricultural extension workers who, despite being employed by the government, often lack proper oversight. He stressed that these workers should be better supported to assist farmers in improving their yields and livelihoods.
Another issue that the bishop addressed was the high incidence of early marriages, particularly in the Nyantozi Archdeaconry. He noted that many girls are pulled out of school to marry in exchange for a bride price, further exacerbating the cycle of poverty.
While the government has taken some steps, Bishop Kasangaki called for stricter enforcement of laws against early marriage and stronger punishments for those involved.
As he prepares for retirement, Bishop Kasangaki also noted the incomplete construction of the bishop’s house and the ongoing multibillion-dollar project to build a new cathedral. The process of selecting his successor is already underway.
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