Rooted in community.
Built for lasting change.
PAPIRUDEI — the Padre Pio Rural Development Initiative — was established from a belief that rural communities deserve the same opportunities for health, education and human development available elsewhere. From Greater Masaka, we work across healthcare, education, clean water, digital inclusion and livelihoods.
Discover our full story →Health, education and dignity—
within reach.
Official PAPIRUDEI statements and values, presented as a living promise to the communities we serve.
Mission
To contribute to the improvement of health and education service delivery for the social and economic well-being of the marginalised rural people.
Vision
A society where Health and Education Services reach to all.
What guides us
Greater Masaka,
one connected story.
Select a district to see the focus of PAPIRUDEI’s work.
District boundaries, one diocesan mission.
Explore the PAPIRUDEI footprint across the Catholic Diocese of Masaka. Kyotera and Masaka are highlighted as distinct administrative districts inside the wider diocesan service area.
Kyotera District
Padre Pio Hospital–Butozi, school health and WASH partnerships, and community-led development.
Explore projects →District styling follows Uganda administrative geography. The outer line shows PAPIRUDEI’s operational footprint across the Masaka Diocese; official diocesan GIS data can refine this boundary when available.
Kyotera District · UgandaBuilding the future of rural healthcare.
Padre Pio Hospital–Butozi is PAPIRUDEI’s commitment to bring quality healthcare closer to rural families and grow toward a strong regional referral facility.
Listen. Build. Measure.
Keep going.
Our development model follows communities from need to lasting change.
Real people.
Real journeys.
Behind every programme is a person, a family and a story. These voices show what change can make possible across education, healthcare and community support.
“I went back to school with hope.”
When support arrived, Grace could return to class and continue working toward her dream of becoming a nurse.
Grace N.Sponsored student“I was received with kindness.”
Mariam delayed seeking care because of cost. At Padre Pio Hospital–Butozi, being treated with dignity gave her confidence to continue treatment.
Mariam K.Patient, Kyotera District“Small things stay with people.”
Sarah reminds us that a blood-pressure check, a helping hand or a dignified welcome can change someone’s day.
Sarah A.Community volunteer“Support becomes something people can feel.”
For Ian and Liz Chapman, partnership is meaningful when a child stays in school, a patient receives care or equipment reaches a health facility.
Ian & Liz ChapmanDevelopment partnersEvidence people
can trust.
Annual reports, project budgets and verified updates will live here as they are approved for publication.
Stronger communities.
More possibilities.
We improve access to essential health, education and social services in the rural districts of Masaka and Kyotera.
Health systems strengthening
Affordable care, maternal and child health support, and community medical outreaches through Padre Pio Hospital–Butozi.
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Education & sponsorship
School sponsorship, digital literacy and skills development for children and young people in rural communities.
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Water, sanitation & hygiene
Improving access to clean water, sanitation facilities and hygiene education in schools and rural communities.
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Community development
Strengthening vulnerable households through livelihood improvement, disability inclusion and community support.
Explore programme ↗Latest in pictures.
Padre Pio Hospital–Butozi unveils its new identity
A new visual identity for Padre Pio Hospital–Butozi reflects our commitment to compassionate, accessible care for rural families.
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Padre Pio Hospital–Butozi theatre is now operational
Padre Pio Hospital–Butozi’s theatre is now operational, strengthening access to safe surgical care closer to home.
Read story ↗Stanbic Bank makes a generous donation to Padre Pio Hospital–Butozi
We are grateful to Stanbic Bank for a generous donation supporting essential hospital equipment and the future of rural healthcare in Kyotera.
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10K for Padre Pio: a small contribution, a lasting impact
Our 10K for Padre Pio drive invites friends of the hospital to contribute UGX 10,000 toward a sustainable future for healthcare, education and community development.
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Bank
Diocese
Rooted in rural Uganda.
Padre Pio Rural Development Initiative — a local organisation working alongside rural communities.
A community initiative.
A shared purpose.
Established in 2010, PAPIRUDEI began as a volunteer group formed by concerned local community members. In 2018, it was registered as an NGO with the Ugandan National NGO Board.
Situated at Lusaka-Lwankoni in Kyotera District, we operate in various districts of the Catholic Diocese of Masaka, working with local and international partners to reach rural communities.
Meet our board & management →To contribute to the improvement of health and education service delivery for the social and economic well-being of the marginalised rural people.
A society where Health and Education Services reach to all.
Our people. Our purpose.
Meet the board and management guiding PAPIRUDEI’s work in rural communities.
Mr. Charles Ssekwe Lugemwa
Board Chairperson
Mr. Paul Mbazira D.K.
Vice Board Chairperson
Bro. Joseph Mary K. Zziwa
Fundraising Director
Counsel Agnes Nabaggala Akena
Board Secretary
Dr. Julius Ceasar Luyimbaazi
Executive Director
Mr. Julius Lubega Begumisa
Chairperson Finance Committee, Board Member
Prof. Jimmy Spire Ssentongo
Chairperson Research Directorate/ Director
Ms. Teddy Nakalema
Chairperson Welfare Committee/ Director
Mr. Joseph Kayinga Mulinda
Chairman Procurement Committee/ Director
Mr. Andrew Kijooma
Coorporate Affairs, Board Member
Mr. Allan Brian Ssenyonga
Board Member
Ms. Gorret Nabuuma
Board Member
Rtn. Lule Mathew Makumbi
Board Member
Mr. Peter Kiggundu
Board Member
Mr. Ssebulime Ian Senyonga
Programs & Operations
Mr. Joseph Ssebaggala J.
Grants Manager
Mrs. Mwanje S. Nakyejwe
Finance Manager
Mrs. Namuyanja Racheal Ssekimpi
Human Resource Manager
Namuddu Flavia
Volunteer Manager
Our programmes.
Health, education, WASH and livelihood programmes serving rural communities.
Health systems strengthening
Affordable care, maternal and child health support, and community medical outreaches through Padre Pio Hospital–Butozi.
Read about this programme ↗Education & sponsorship
School sponsorship, digital literacy and skills development for children and young people in rural communities.
Read about this programme ↗Water, sanitation & hygiene
Improving access to clean water, sanitation facilities and hygiene education in schools and rural communities.
Read about this programme ↗Community development
Strengthening vulnerable households through livelihood improvement, disability inclusion and community support.
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Code Queens.
Digital literacy and skills development for adolescent girls and young women in Uganda’s Greater Masaka Region.
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Stories, partnerships and programme updates from PAPIRUDEI.
15 Years of Service: PAPIRUDEI and the Communities of Rural Uganda
In 2010, a simple but powerful idea took root in the Catholic Diocese of Masaka, Uganda: that every family in rural Uganda deserves access to healthcare and education, regardless o
Read story ↗How to Donate to PAPIRUDEI: Support Healthcare and Education in Uganda
Every donation to PAPIRUDEI goes directly to people who need it most — families in rural Uganda who lack access to basic healthcare, education, and clean water.
Read story ↗PAPIRUDEI 2025 Impact Report: 346 Families, 3 Active Campaigns, and a Growing Mission
Since 2010, PAPIRUDEI has worked to transform lives in rural Uganda. Here is our 2025 impact report.
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Dr. Julius Luyimbaazi Honored for Leadership in Advancing Uganda’s First Liver Transplant Initiative
As Uganda advances toward performing its first-ever liver transplant, our Executive Director, Dr. Julius Luyimbaazi, has been honored for his outstanding leadership and contributio
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Spreading Smiles and Support: PAPIRUDEI Community Outreach 2025
Our team had the joy of distributing Project C.U.R.E. Kits for Kids to our sponsored students at St. Lucia Primary School, Lwaggulwe. Each kit is packed with essential school and h
Read story ↗Celebrating St. Padre Pio Day with a Community Health Camp
In honor of the Feast of our Patron Saint, St. Padre Pio, we held a two-day community health camp at Padre Pio Hospital–Butozi on the 22nd and 23rd of September 2025. Guided by our
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Bridging Healthcare Gaps:
PAPIRUDEI and Project C.U.R.E. Collaborate for Padre Pio Hospital-Butozi
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Celebrating a Legacy of Healing: Padre Pio Hospital’s Inauguration
On this momentous day, August 19th, 2023, we stand in awe and gratitude as the Padre Pio Hospital shines forth, a beacon of hope and compassion. This monumental achievement is a te
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Distribution of Hand Washing Facilities in Schools in Kyotera and Masaka Districts
Our main goal is “Making Life Better with Clean Hands” especially now amidst the prevailing the COVID-19 Pandemic for the school going Children in the rural and hard-to-reach areas
Read story ↗A year of purpose.
Explore health, education, community and faith observances, including the life and feast of our patron, Saint Padre Pio.
Select a date to see its observances. Use the arrows or month selector to explore other months and years.
Saint Padre Pio
Birthday · 25 May
Beatification anniversary · 2 May
Canonisation anniversary · 16 June
Feast day · 23 September
Your calendar, wherever you go.
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Special days are observances, not announcements of PAPIRUDEI activities. Check the newsroom for confirmed community programmes and event details.
Our work in pictures.
Moments from our hospital, schools, partnerships and community programmes.
Stories from our community.
Read the experiences and activities documented by PAPIRUDEI in our community reports.
Spreading Smiles and Support: PAPIRUDEI Community Outreach 2025
Our team had the joy of distributing Project C.U.R.E. Kits for Kids to our sponsored students at St. Lucia Primary School, Lwaggulwe. Each kit is packed with essential school and h
Read story ↗Celebrating St. Padre Pio Day with a Community Health Camp
In honor of the Feast of our Patron Saint, St. Padre Pio, we held a two-day community health camp at Padre Pio Hospital–Butozi on the 22nd and 23rd of September 2025. Guided by our
Read story ↗Bridging Healthcare Gaps:
PAPIRUDEI and Project C.U.R.E. Collaborate for Padre Pio Hospital-Butozi
Read story ↗Let’s work together.
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There is a place
for you in this work.
We welcome people and organisations who share our commitment to improving health, education and wellbeing in rural communities.
Contact the organisation
Vvuma Village, Lwankoni
Kyotera District, Uganda
P.O. Box 71362, Kampala
Monday–Friday · 8:00 am–5:00 pm
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