{"id":122065,"date":"2026-04-14T10:33:43","date_gmt":"2026-04-14T10:33:43","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.africa-press.net\/uganda\/all-news\/hundreds-gather-for-kabaka-mutebis-71st-birthday-prayers"},"modified":"2026-04-14T10:57:20","modified_gmt":"2026-04-14T10:57:20","slug":"hundreds-gather-for-kabaka-mutebis-71st-birthday-prayers","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.africa-press.net\/uganda\/all-news\/hundreds-gather-for-kabaka-mutebis-71st-birthday-prayers","title":{"rendered":"Hundreds Gather for Kabaka Mutebi\u2019S 71St Birthday Prayers"},"content":{"rendered":"<p><span style=\"color: #ff6600\"><strong>Africa-Press &#8211; Uganda. <\/strong><\/span><b>Hundreds of people on Monday gathered at St Nicholas Orthodox Cathedral for special prayers to mark the 71st birthday of Kabaka Ronald Muwenda Mutebi II.<\/b><\/p>\n<p>The celebrations, held in a worship setting in line with the Kabaka\u2019s long-standing tradition, drew believers from across Buganda, reflecting on his leadership and legacy.<\/p>\n<p>Delivering the sermon, Bishop Silvesto Kisitu of the Eastern Region urged the people of Buganda to emulate the Kabaka\u2019s example, noting that the occasion goes beyond marking age.<\/p>\n<p>\u201cIt is not just about celebrating 71 years in numbers, but what the Kabaka has achieved,\u201d he said. \u201cHe has brought peace, love, and unity to his people, as well as initiated projects that benefit them.\u201d<\/p>\n<p>Bishop Kisitu described Kabaka Mutebi\u2019s life as a blessing to Buganda, highlighting his commitment to ensuring that his birthday is consistently marked through prayer across different religious denominations.<\/p>\n<p>\u201cWhere we stand today is a result of Buganda giving us land. When the Kabaka\u2019s birthday is celebrated across all religious sects, it shows that he honours God,\u201d he said.<\/p>\n<p>He also cautioned Ugandans against undermining their cultural values, urging communities to embrace tradition.<\/p>\n<p>\u201cSatan is different from norms, tradition, and culture. Even God knows that. Our norms should not be demonised. Let us embrace our traditions,\u201d he said.<\/p>\n<p>The bishop further pointed to the growing cost of living as a concern affecting many Ugandans, noting that rising prices continue to put pressure on households.<\/p>\n<p>He observed that once prices increase, they rarely come down, making it harder for ordinary citizens to cope.<\/p>\n<p>The prayers form part of broader celebrations across Buganda to honour the Kabaka\u2019s life and leadership.<\/p>\n<p><strong>For More News And Analysis About <span style=\"color: #ff6600\">Uganda<\/span> Follow <span style=\"color: #ff6600\">Africa-Press<\/span><\/strong><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Africa-Press &#8211; Uganda. Hundreds of people on Monday gathered at St Nicholas Orthodox Cathedral for special prayers to mark the 71st birthday of Kabaka Ronald Muwenda Mutebi II. 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