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June 4, 2019

Rwandan troops block pilgrims from attending Ugandan martyr celebration

In this 2015 file photo, faithful near Kampala, Uganda, pray at the Uganda Martyrs Shrine, Namugongo.

KIGALI, Rwanda (CNA) -- Some 200 Rwandans were blocked by national troops from crossing the border with Uganda to attend a pilgrimage in the neighboring country on Monday.

Published in International
June 4, 2017

Pilgrims by the thousands trek to Ugandan shrine to recall 22 martyrs

Faithful near Kampala, Uganda, pray at the Uganda Martyrs Shrine, Namugongo in 2015.

NAMUGONGO, Uganda – Walking more than 250 miles to keep a religious commitment is the least anyone can expect of Anna Aciro.

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