By Dr. Kivumbi Earnest Benjamin, L. H. D (Hon.) Highlights of a Historic Visit Pope Leo XIV has concluded his three-day official visit to Algeria, marking a historic first in relations between the Algerian State and the Holy See. Widely regarded as a success, the visit carried significant political, religious, and geopolitical weight. Reflecting on…
Category: #Africanews
Historic Visit: His Holiness Pope Leo XIV to Visit Algeria in April 2026
By Dr. Kivumbi Earnest Bemjamin, L.H.D (Hon) Algiers — His Holiness Pope Leo XIV is scheduled to undertake a historic first-ever papal visit to Algeria from April 13–15, 2026, marking a significant milestone in Catholic–Muslim relations and interreligious dialogue. The visit will include stops in Algiers and Annaba (formerly Hippo), the home of Saint Augustine…
HTP, Joseph Project Bring Aid to Needy Families in Kampala’s Katwe Ghetto.
By Faith Barbara Ruhinda – Updated at 2142 EAT onn Saturday 04th April 2026 KAMPALA- Fifty families have benefited from today’s Feeding Program organized by Heal The Planet Global Organisation (HTP), with generous support from The Joseph Project. The initiative specifically reached vulnerable and impoverished families in Katwe Ghetto, Kampala, Uganda, bringing much-needed relief and…
Former Algerian President Liamine Zeroual Dies.
By Dr. Kivumbi Earnest Benjamin, L. H. D. (Hon.) Former Algerian President Liamine Zeroual has passed away at a military hospital in the capital, Algiers, the Algerian Presidency announced. Born in 1941 in the eastern city of Batna, Zeroual was widely regarded as one of Algeria’s most prominent military and political figures. He joined the…
HTP and Prof. Gilbert Bukenya Lead Mission to Reclaim Historic Kyewaga Central Forest in Entebbe
By Faith Barbara Ruhinda Environmental conservation efforts received a boost as the Heal The Planet Global Organisation (HTP) President and team joined H.E Prof Gilbert Bukenya, the Senior Presidential Adviser on Environment and EX Vice President of Uganda in an initiative to reclaim Kyewaga Central Forest located in Bayita, Entebbe, Wakiso District. The forest, which…
Algeria to Host Pope Leo XIV on Official Visit, Strengthening Vatican Ties
By Dr. Kivumbi Earnest Benjamin, L.H.D (Hon.) ALGIERS – Algeria has officially welcomed the announcement from the Vatican City State that His Holiness Pope Leo will undertake an official visit to the country at the invitation of President Abdelmadjid Tebboune. Algerian authorities described the visit as a historic opportunity to reinforce the longstanding bonds of…
Uganda’s Remarkable Journey & History – My Country My Pride
Today, we proudly launch our brand-new show, #MyCountryMyPride, produced by HICGI News Agency. Through this exciting series, we will take you from country to country as we discover, celebrate, and showcase the pride, heritage, culture, and achievements that define our nations. In today’s premiere episode, we explore Uganda — its remarkable journey, rich history, and…
Uganda Marks Legacy of Janani Jakaliya Luwum
Dr. Kivumbi Earnest Benjamin, L.H.D (Hon.) Updated at 1729 EAT on Monday 17th February 2026. Uganda continues to honor the life and sacrifice of Archbishop Janani Jakaliya Luwum, a towering figure in the country’s religious history and one of Africa’s most influential modern church leaders. Archbishop Luwum served as head of the Church of Uganda…
