Saint Anderea Kaggwa
Also known as: Andreas Kaggwa; Andrew Kaggwa
Feast Day
26 May; 3 June as one of the Martyrs of Uganda
Born
At Bunyoro, Uganda
Died
Beheaded in 26 May 1886 at Munyonyo, Uganda
Canonized
18 October 1964 by Pope Paul VI at Rome, Italy
Beatified
6 June 1920 by Pope Benedict XV
Venerated
29 February 1920 by Pope Benedict XV (decree of martyrdom)
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Biography
Saint Anderea Kaggwa, one of the Blessed Martyrs of Uganda, is remembered for her steadfast faith and sacrifice during the persecution under King Mwanga II. Born in the Kingdom of Buganda, her specific birth date and place remain unknown, though she embraced the Catholic faith in 1881, joining the growing Christian community in her homeland. Her conversion marked a profound turning point, leading her to live a life of devotion and witness amidst a society increasingly hostile to the new religion.
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