Buddhism is more than just a religion; it is a path to a meaningful life.
Embarking on the exploration of Buddhism reveals a profound journey—one that extends far beyond the confines of conventional religion. Guided by the venerable Bhante Buddharakkhita, the abbot and founder, I, Christopher Zziwa, a media and communications assistant at the Uganda Buddhist Centre, feel compelled to uncover the essence of Buddhism. It is not merely viewed […]
UBC Holds Health Training Workshop
The Uganda Buddhist Centre in partnership with Moringa for Love, and Seeds Healthcare Partners, organized a 2-day health training workshop from November 30th to December 1st, 2023, at the Uganda Buddhist Centre. The focus of this workshop was on pain relief treatment and physiotherapy, aiming to empower medical professionals and uplift the well-being of the […]
Buddhist Peace School Holds Speech/Closing Day
The atmosphere at the Buddhist Peace School was charged with excitement and positivity as students, parents, and esteemed guests gathered for the Speech Day and Closing Ceremony of Term 3 for the 2023 academic year. It was a day filled with joy, showcasing the talents and knowledge that the children had acquired throughout the year. […]
A Profound Journey into the Teachings of Wisdom.
This invaluable book serves as a gateway to the timeless teachings of Buddhism, offering readers a roadmap to mindfulness, compassion, and enlightenment in our contemporary world. Therefore, embark on a transformative journey into the heart of Buddhism with “Buddhism For All,” a profound exploration co-authored by Chade-Meng Tan and Soryu Forall. According to Chade-Meng Tan […]
UBC Holds Kathina Ceremony
On October 29, 2023, the Uganda Buddhist Centre the Kathina ceremony. The ceremony was a very significant and spiritually enriching event that brought together lay devotees and the monastic community. The ceremony commenced with a heartwarming gesture as lay devotees brought the kathina robe inside the temple. Following the robe offering, Venerable Sangharakkhita, one of […]
BPS Prepares Four Students For PLE
On the 8th and 9th of November, three novice monks and one young girl from the Buddhist Peace School will be sitting for their Primary Leaving Examinations (PLE), a national examination administered by the Uganda National Examinations Board. The PLE (a transitional exam to secondary school) is a crucial milestone in the Ugandan education system, […]
UBC Promotes the Ancient Pindapata Tradition
On October 1, 2023, monks, and nuns at the Uganda Buddhist Centre lined up to participate in a traditional Buddhist practice known as Pindapata, which involves going door-to-door and along the roadside to receive food and other items from the villagers. Venerable Bhante Buddharakkhita, speaking to the media, explained the importance of this ancient ceremony […]
Seven Young Women Temporarily Ordain as Buddhist Nuns
In a remarkable event that unfolded on September 29th, 2023, seven young women in Uganda received temporary ordination as Buddhist nuns, marking a historic milestone in the growth and development of Buddhism in Africa. This momentous occasion took place at the Uganda Buddhis Centre (UBC), with six of the newly ordained nuns hailing from the […]
Bhante Buddharakkhita Attends the 8th WBS in Japan
On the 12th of September, Bhante Buddharakkhita attended the 8th World Buddhist Summit (WBS) held in Tokyo, Japan. The summit is the supreme Buddhist conference, representing over 370 million Buddhists in the world. It is organised with the cooperation from the United Nations as well as supreme Buddhist leaders around the globe. The 8th WBS […]