November 2019 - Uganda Buddhist Centre

Newsroom, Water & Sanitation Nov 6

Improving Access to Safe Water at Lakeside Preparatory School

Before October 27, pupils of Lakeside Preparatory Primary School would walk to the lake to collect unsafe water. This hindered their classroom activities and were at risk of contracting waterborne diseases. Things have rather changed when a hand-pump borehole was drilled at the school. With the Uganda Buddhist Centre support as part of its Water […]

Newsroom Nov 6

Kathina Ceremonies

The word Kathina is a Pali term which refers to a wooden frame used to make robes during Buddha’s time. The Kathina ceremony is a special event that bring together monastics and laities to share and reflect on the Dhamma. The ceremony happens in October after the three rains retreat (Vassa). It is also celebrated […]

Newsroom Nov 6

Geoffrey Dies at 31

For those who have been at Uganda Buddhist Centre between 2007 and 2019, you probably have met Geoffrey. He was short, bold-headed and a gap between his teeth. He was very humble, joyful and hardworking. He could speak a few words in English language. I am sure you can now recognize Geoffrey. Since 2007, Geoffrey […]