Uganda

The Story so Far........

During a visit in April/May 06 to Uganda, contact was established with Pastor Richard and Margaret Esolu in the East Ugandan town of Kumi. Over the last few years we have helped to establish Celebration Centre Kumi, and strengthen the work of its pastors. The church is going rapidly with 1100 members.

Objectives:

To explore ways that we can assist in the breakthrough of a strong local church.

To set simple strategic plans for a co-operative partnership in Kumi through Pastors Richard & Margaret and the Celebration Kumi church.

The Facts

• Uganda became a republic in 1962
  
• The people are warm, welcoming and hard working
  
• The country is slightly larger than New Zealand, and is landlocked with 7 neighbouring countries
  
• Population is 28 million - average family size 6-7 children
  
• Uganda has the highest AIDS population in the world
  
• There are 2.8 million orphans due to aids and wars
  
• 40% of the population live under the poverty line