Uganda, April 30 -- After 60 years of the canonisation of its 22 martyrs, the Catholic Church in Uganda plans to bring home some of the remains of Uganda Martyrs that are housed across the world.

The relics include the saints' body parts and items they used.

The 22 martyrs embraced Christianity and were persecuted for their faith in the late 19th century.

The martyrs were killed on the orders of Kabaka Mwanga II of Buganda Kingdom and the day is celebrated as a national holiday every June 3.

Preparations for the event, which will be animated by Nebbi Catholic Diocese, were launched at Rubaga Cathedral in Kampala on April 25. Jinja Dioces led the 2023 celebrations. The holy mass was animated by Bishop Charles Martin Wamika the bishop o...