Jinja City, Uganda, May 7, 2026
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A new humanitarian organization aimed at supporting vulnerable communities in Uganda was officially inaugurated on April 12, in Jinja City.
The Afriki Diakonia Foundation Uganda was launched by His Grace Bishop Silvester of Jinja and Eastern Uganda, who serves as the foundation’s patron, reports Orthodoxia Post.
The ceremony took place at the Holy Resurrection Cathedral following a hierarchical Divine Liturgy on the Feast of Great and Holy Pascha.
Speaking at the event, Bp. Silvester explained that the foundation emerged from years of pastoral ministry and direct engagement with communities facing hardship. He said that witnessing widespread poverty, youth unemployment, and limited access to education and healthcare led to the creation of the organization as a response grounded in compassion and practical service. The foundation operates on the principle of diakonia, a spirit of selfless service rooted in love for one's neighbor and shared responsibility to uplift society.
The foundation focuses on supporting children, youth, women, and families through education, life skills development, health initiatives, and sustainable livelihood programs. It aims to mobilize individuals, partners, and communities to work collectively toward improving lives and strengthening social fabric.
Although the foundation was officially registered in mid-2025, it initially operated as a community-based organization in Jinja. Early initiatives included providing educational support to vulnerable children and conducting community sensitization programs in underserved areas on the city’s outskirts. The organization has continued to expand its outreach despite limited financial resources.
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