📷 Vision Group launches National Martyrs’ Choral Singing Competition

Submissions are now being accepted from choirs all over the country after Wednesday’s launch of the eagerly awaited National Martyrs’ Choral Singing Competition 2024.

Bishop Jackson Matovu, the Chairman of Uganda Martyrs Museum Development Committee arriving at the event.

Organised by Vision Group with the aim of celebrating harmony and talent while honouring the legacy of the Uganda Martyrs, the launch at Serena Kampala Hotel esteemed guests including Rt. Rev. Bishop Emeritus Jackson Matovu and Ven. Canon Moses Banja, along with Lady Justice Catherine Bamugemereirwe.

Vision Group Deputy Managing Director Gervase Ndyanabo underscored the importance of choir competitions in improving music quality, adding that the National Martyrs’ Choral Singing Competition, to be held annually, aims to honour the Uganda Martyrs and promote Christianity.

Bishop Banja highlighted the importance of the competition as a tribute to the Uganda Martyrs, urging participants to be fruitful in their endeavours.

Monsignor Fr. Lawrence Ssemusu, representing Archbishop Paul Ssemogerere, echoed these sentiments, praising Vision Group for spearheading efforts to promote unity among Christian believers through music.

The competition is open to Anglican and Catholic choirs from across Uganda.

Vision Group Deputy Managing Director & Company Secretary Gervase Ndyanabo ( left) welcoming Bishop Jackson Matovu, the Chairman of Uganda Martyrs Museum Development Committee.

A distinguished panel of judges, comprising experts from both Catholic and Anglican traditions, will oversee the competition, and choirs stand to win generous cash prizes, with the winning Catholic and Anglican choirs each receiving sh10 million.

Vision Group Deputy Managing Director & Company Secretary Gervase Ndyanabo ( left) with Bishop Jackson Matovu, the Chairman of Uganda Martyrs Museum Development Committee.

Additionally, the first runners-up from each side will be awarded sh5 million, while the second runners-up will receive sh3 million.

Following the competition, the music will be made available to the public and media at no cost, thanks to the support of sponsors including the Office of the First Lady, Equity Bank, and Crown Beverages.

Bishop Jackson Matovu, Chairman of Uganda Martyrs Museum Development Committee (L), Vision Group editor-in-chief Barbara Kaija (center) and Rt. Rev. Moses Banja, Bishop of Namirembe Diocese during the event.

The Chief Guest Lady Justice Catherine Bamugemereire greeting Bishop Jackson Matovu, the Chairman of Uganda Martyrs Museum Development Committee.

(L-R) Bishop Jackson Matovu, Chairman of Uganda Martyrs Museum Development Committee, Lady Justice Catherine Bamugemereirwe. and Rt. Rev. Moses Banja, Bishop of Namirembe Diocese during the event.

Vision Group editor-in-chief Barbara Kaija welcoming Monsignor Fr. Lawrence Ssemusu.

(L-R) Vision Group editor-in-chief Barbara Kaija, Vision Group Deputy Managing Director Gervase Ndyanabo and Monsignor Fr. Lawrence Ssemusu.

Monsignor Fr.Lawrence Ssemusu chat with Bishop Jackson Matovu, Chairman of Uganda Martyrs Museum Development Committee at the launch.

Bishop Jackson Matovu, Chairman of Uganda Martyrs Museum Development Committee at the launch making his remarks.

A choir entertaining the guests.

Vision Group Deputy Managing Director Gervase Ndyanabo addressing the guests.

Monsignor Fr. Lawrence Ssemusu

Rt. Rev. Moses Banja, Bishop of Namirembe Diocese

John Bosco Nuwagaba, the Religious Business Manager Equity Bank addressing guests at the event.

Jemimah Miriam Akatekit, the Pepsi Corporate Communications Manager.

The Chief Guest Lady Justice Catherine Bamugemereire making her remarks during the event.

The Chief Guest Lady Justice Catherine Bamugemereire playing a guitar during the event.