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West Ankole Diocese is mourning the death of its Diocesan Education Secretary, Rev. Bernard Mushabe, who passed away this morning at Mulago National Referral Hospital in Kampala. The death was confirmed by the diocesan spokesperson, Atuha Bright, who said Rev. Mushabe had been unwell since undergoing an operation in December 2024. “We have received sad news about the death of our Diocesan Education Secretary, Rev. Bernard Mushabe. He had been ill since his operation. Details regarding the cause of death and burial arrangements will be communicated in due course,” Bright said.
Rev. Mushabe, a resident of Rugarama Sub-county in Sheema District, was a senior cleric and seasoned educationist who served the Church of Uganda with dedication.
He previously served in Ankole Diocese as chaplain at Ntare School, one of Uganda’s leading secondary schools, where he was known for mentoring students and guiding staff. Colleagues and Christians described him as a gifted Bible expositor, a committed preacher, and an educationist with a deep understanding of linguistic approaches.
Many noted his ability to connect with young people and inspire both faith and learning.
As Diocesan Education Secretary, he coordinated and supervised church-founded schools across West Ankole Diocese, working closely with head teachers, education officers in the five districts of Buhweju, Rubirizi, Mitooma, Sheema, and Bushenyi, as well as church leaders, to improve academic standards and instill Christian values.
Bright said the diocese had lost a devoted servant of God and a dedicated education leader.
“This is a big loss to the Church and the education fraternity. Rev. Mushabe served faithfully and will be remembered for his commitment to education and ministry,” he added.
Aggrey Mugume, a resident of Shuuku Town Council in Sheema District, who served alongside Rev. Mushabe on the board of Ryakasinga Centre for Higher Education, described him as “a resourceful person whose views and commanding presence always made a difference in meetings.”
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