Archbishop Grysa brings a wealth of experience from his previous diplomatic assignments within the Holy See. Vatican officials highlighted his pastoral sensitivity and diplomatic acumen as key qualities for his new role.
Vatican City, May 14, 2026 — Pope Leo XIV has appointed His Excellency Most Rev. Tomasz Grysa, Titular Archbishop of Rubicon, as the new Apostolic Nuncio to Uganda. Archbishop Grysa succeeds Archbishop Luigi Bianco, who began his tenure in Uganda on April 18, 2019.
The Apostolic Nuncio serves as the Holy See’s diplomatic representative and liaison with the Catholic Church in the host country. Archbishop Grysa’s appointment underscores the Vatican’s ongoing commitment to strengthening its relations with Uganda, a nation with a growing Catholic population.
Archbishop Grysa brings a wealth of experience from his previous diplomatic assignments within the Holy See. Vatican officials highlighted his pastoral sensitivity and diplomatic acumen as key qualities for his new role.
Archbishop Bianco, who has served Uganda for over seven years, will return to the Vatican to continue his work in the diplomatic service of the Holy See.
The Catholic Church in Uganda, which plays a significant role in education, healthcare, and social services, welcomed the announcement, expressing hope for continued collaboration under Archbishop Grysa’s leadership.
Archbishop Grysa is expected to arrive in Uganda in the coming weeks to assume his official duties.