Land for More Dhamma Activities
The Uganda Buddhist Centre is in process of finalising the purchase of one acre of land along the newly constructed Entebbe-Kampala Express Highway. There is a balance of USD 2,800 remaining for us to be able to finalise the purchase. Luckily, Mr. Htin Win a Burmese devout based in the US visited the Uganda Buddhist […]
Bhante Attends Mitra Conference as Keynote Speaker in Australia
Bhante Buddharakkhita was invited to deliver a keynote speech at the Mitra Conference Buddhist Youth Network in Sydney, Australia. The conference was attended by Buddhist leaders from the three Buddhist traditions (Theravada, Mahayana and Vajrayana. The conference was held at The Underground on Level 3 of Building 1 – University of Technology, Sydney (UTS) Tower […]
Peace School Celebrates Its First Year Milestone
The Peace School, the first of its kind in Uganda is so proud to have celebrated its first successful year of operation. The School gained a unique experience throughout the entire year. The School organized an event on Thursday November 28 2019 to celebrate its milestone with the surrounding communities and Golden Hearts Kindergarten School […]
Feeding Children Today and Tomorrow
Many children in Africa still sleep hungry and suffer malnutrition despite the golden opportunities surrounding them. Our goal here is to provide holistic, Buddhist-centered care for orphaned and impoverished children by providing them nutritious food and enabling them create sustainable food solutions. As part of our Hunger Relief Program, we provide food monthly to children […]
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 […]
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 […]
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 […]
Making Great Strides through Buddhist Art
Art is the backbone of a society. Historically, art was the way through which mankind shared life experiences. Buddhist art was developed to present the timeless and profound teachings of the Buddha which has remained a pivotal part of the cultural fabric of most southeastern part of Asia. However, as the Dhamma spread and evolved […]
Volunteers at Uganda Buddhist Centre
The Uganda Buddhist Centre offers a volunteer program for people who would like to contribute to its mission of creating a culture of peace through the teachings of the Lord Buddha. We receive volunteers from various places that support our activities. Currently, there are two volunteers, Enid Nansubuga and Kalega Gilbert, who are greatly contributing […]