A planned Holy Mass at Lubaga Cathedral in honor of detained opposition figure Kizza Besigye and other political prisoners was postponed following reported concerns from government authorities.
According to Winnie Byanyima, who is married to Dr. Besigye, President Yoweri Museveni directed the Archbishop of Kampala, Paul Ssemogerere, to defer the Mass as investigations continue to determine whether the event was intended to serve a political purpose.
The development reportedly came shortly before the scheduled service, drawing reactions from members of the public who had gathered at the cathedral in solidarity. Several supporters expressed disappointment over the postponement but maintained a peaceful presence at the premises.
Neither State House nor the Archdiocese had issued an official detailed statement at the time of reporting. However, sources indicate that the decision was made amid heightened sensitivity surrounding political gatherings and public events linked to opposition figures.
Dr. Besigye, a long-time critic of the government, has faced multiple arrests and legal challenges over the years, often drawing both local and international attention.
The incident has since sparked discussion across social and political platforms, with supporters framing the postponement as a matter of civil liberties and religious freedom, while others have emphasized the need for clarity regarding the nature of public events held in places of worship.
Further updates are expected as authorities and church officials provide additional information.
