The Christmas season once again draws Christians around the world to reflect on the biblical prophecy surrounding the birth of Jesus Christ.
According to Isaiah 7:14, God promised a sign through a virgin who would conceive and bear a son called Immanuel, meaning “God with us.” Christians believe this prophecy was fulfilled in the New Testament accounts of Christ’s birth.
In Luke 2:10–11, an angel announces the “good news of great joy” to shepherds, declaring that a Saviour had been born. Matthew 1:21 explains that He was to be named Jesus “because He will save His people from their sins,” while Isaiah 9:6 describes Him as the Wonderful Counsellor, Mighty God, Everlasting Father, and Prince of Peace.
It was on this foundation that, in the fourth century, the Church officially designated December 25 as the day to commemorate Christ’s birth. Although the date coincided with earlier pagan winter festivals, early Christians reframed the season to proclaim Christ as the true light breaking through darkness.
Today, the message remains urgent and relevant in a world still grappling with conflict, division, corruption, and despair.
Ugandans Join Global Celebrations
Across the world, Christians marked Christmas with family gatherings, worship services, and messages of hope. In Uganda, national leaders also delivered Christmas messages, calling for unity, responsibility, and continued faith.
President Museveni, in his Christmas address, highlighted the country’s development journey and urged Ugandans to acknowledge the progress made through government projects.
“Let doubters travel across Uganda and see the transformation for themselves,” President Museveni said. “From manufacturing electric buses at Kiira EV to major infrastructure projects, the country is moving forward.
”The President noted that Kiira EV’s electric buses had already made an impact, having been driven all the way to South Africa, where an initial order of 450 units has been secured.
He also spoke about the newly commissioned Hoima City Stadium, one of Uganda’s flagship facilities as the country prepares to co-host the AFCON 2027 tournament with Kenya and Tanzania.
President Museveni praised Turkish construction firm Summa for building the stadium and reaffirmed government support for further national development projects.
He wished Ugandans a peaceful Christmas on behalf of himself and the First Lady.
In her Christmas message, the Minister of Education and Sports, Janet Kataaha Museveni, described Hoima City Stadium as a “special Christmas gift to Uganda.”“We thank God for enabling us to complete this project,” she said.“Government will ensure that this facility is well maintained so that it generates revenue and serves future generations.
”She also thanked President Museveni for his leadership and extended warm Christmas greetings to all Ugandans.
At the community level, Christmas messages focused on practical guidance for everyday life. In Kampala, the Chairman of boda boda riders in Central Division, Kanyike Kivir, urged riders to prioritise safety and discipline during the festive season.
