Ugandan Buddhist novice nuns gather for a meal at the Uganda Buddhist Centre in Entebbe on October 20, 2024 ahead of the celebrations of Kathina, a significant event in the Buddhist calendar. Bhante Buddharakkhita, formerly known as Steven Jemba Kabogozza, brought Buddhism to Uganda 20 years ago after returning from India. Since 2005, he has been teaching mindfulness meditation across Africa. His ambitious goal is to train at least 54 monks and send each one to a different African country to teach and spread the message of Buddhism within the context of the African culture. (Photo by Badru KATUMBA / AFP)