![Picture of Bishop Hiiboro, Priests and the 14 seminarians [Photo Emmanuel Mandella]](https://rurugene.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/05/Picture-of-Bishop-Hiiboro-Priests-and-the-14-seminarians-Photo-Emmanuel-Mandella-150x150.jpeg "Bishop Hiiboro Urges Support for Seminarians, as the Diocese Celebrates 14 Seminarians Completing Pre-Priesthood Orientation")
By Baraka John The Catholic Diocese of Tombura-Yambio (CDTY) has officially unveiled a commemorative portrait of the late Bishop Joseph Abangite Gasi, honoring one of the South Sudan’s most influential religious leaders and peacemakers. The unveiling ceremony, held on Saturday at the 11th Anniversary feast of the late Bishop at St. Mary’s Cathedral in…
By Sr. Laurencila Akinyi, FSSA. The Catholic Diocese of Tombura-Yambio has announced the formal establishment of three new diocesan organizations: the Catholic Men Association (CMA), Catholic Women Association (CWA), and Diocesan Missionary Children Movement (DMCM), marking completion of comprehensive structures uniting all age groups and genders in shared faith and mission. Bishop Barani Eduardo Hiiboro…
By Sr. Henriette Anne, FSSA In the heart of the Catholic Diocese of Tombura-Yambio, a profound sadness has settled over the community. The passing of two remarkable women, Hon. Veronica Anni and Miss Mary Aurupai, has left a void that cannot be easily filled. Yet, amid the tears and sorrow, there is a deep sense…
Take care of one another. Speak well of each other. Carry one another’sburdens. Forgive quickly. Rejoice together. Let love and unity be the air webreathe as clergy in this beloved diocese. In our unity, the grace of God willoverflow
ASSUMPTION OF OUR LADY CATHOLIC SCHOOLS MARK 8 YEARS OF RESILIENT SUCCESS* Riimenze, 22 November, Joy, colour, and deep gratitude filled the Assumption of Our Lady Catholic Schools today as the community celebrated eight remarkable years of resilient growth, academic excellence, and holistic formation. The event featured the graduation of the Top Class Kindergarten, the…
By Baraka John YAMBIO, SOUTH SUDAN — Senior church leaders from the Catholic, Episcopal, and Lutheran churches issued a joint Christmas message on Friday, urging South Sudanese citizens to embrace peace, love, forgiveness and unity as the nation celebrates the festive season. Addressing the press together, the religious leaders emphasized that Christmas is not only…
By Waure Eddy The spirit of unity, culture, and education came alive as the Catholic Diocese of Tambura-Yambio launched the St. Daniel Comboni Celebration with a vibrant inter-school competition at St. Mary Primary School. The event, organized under the banner of CDTY Got Talent, marked the first time all Catholic schools in the region gathered…
By Baraka John The Bishop of the Catholic Diocese of Tombura-Yambio, the Most Reverend Barani Eduardo Hiiboro Kussala, returned to the diocese on Thursday following a significant trip to Abidjan, Côte d’Ivoire, where he attended a major Caritas Africa conference. He was warmly welcomed upon his arrival by clergy, religious sisters, students, and diocesan staff….
Early Life and Formation Born in 1928 in Mupoi, in the heart of Western Equatoria, Joseph Gasi was nurtured in the soil of faith that would later blossom into a lifetime of service. From his early days, he exhibited a deep love for learning, prayer, and the community around him. His journey to the priesthood…
By Waure Eddy The Bishop of the Catholic Diocese of Tambura-Yambio, His Lordship Barani Eduardo Hiiboro Kussala, has urged St. Tereza Mission Hospital in Nzara to sustain its long-standing spiritual program, emphasizing its importance in supporting both patients and hospital staff. Speaking during a pastoral visit to the hospital, Bishop Hiiboro noted that spiritual initiatives…
