Kampala University VC Appointed Co-Vice Chairperson of Interreligious Tourism Center Committee.
In a significant development from the Interreligious Council of Uganda, Owek. Amb. Al-Haj Prof. Badru Kateregga, the founding Vice-Chancellor of Kampala University and Chairman of the BDK Universities Network International has recently been appointed as a Co-Vice Chairperson of the newly established Interreligious Tourism Centre Committee by the Council of Presidents of the Interreligious Council of Uganda.
Prof. Kateregga, a distinguished scholar, diplomat, and leader, brings a wealth of experience to the committee. His vast knowledge of religious affairs, coupled with his involvement in various social and cultural initiatives, positions him as a key figure in driving the success of the committee’s mission.
The Interreligious Tourism Centre Committee aims to promote Uganda’s rich cultural and religious diversity as a key component of the country's tourism sector. The committee will mainly offer necessary advice and guidance to the Tourism Centre in all matters concerning its mandate, review all its activities, budgets, plans, and programs, and recommend appropriate actions to the IRCU secretariat, Executive Board, and Council of Presidents.
Reacting to his appointment, Prof. Kateregga expressed his deep honour in being entrusted with such a role and committed to working alongside his fellow committee members to further strengthen Uganda’s position as a global leader in interreligious dialogue and cultural tourism.
"I look forward to contributing to the development of the Interreligious Tourism Centre, which will not only enhance religious harmony but also boost Uganda’s tourism industry, showcasing the nation as a place of peace and unity amidst diversity," said Prof. Kateregga.
The IRCU, through this new initiative, hopes to create a platform where people from all walks of life can experience Uganda’s diverse religious heritage while also promoting peace and unity among different faith groups.
The committee’s work is expected to open new avenues for international collaboration, tourism growth, and peaceful coexistence in Uganda and beyond.
This appointment underscores the IRCU’s commitment to using Uganda’s religious and cultural heritage as a vehicle for social and economic development. Prof. Kateregga’s leadership will likely play a key role in the realisation of this ambitious vision.
By Julius Ssekatawa, P.R.O Kampala University
