Kampala Imams to hold thanksgiving for Museveni, call for Muslim unity

Muslim leaders under the Kampala District Imams' Association are preparing to host a "Shukru Thanksgiving Ceremony" on July 24 to honor President Yoweri Museveni. The event is intended to express gratitude for the President's role in facilitating the Hajj pilgrimage for more than 150 imams affiliated with the association.

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Muslims should remain united and peaceful because unity is the foundation of development. We must appreciate every effort that promotes harmony within our community.

Hajji Abdul Karim Kaliisa, the association's Patron, stressed the importance of unity and peace within the Muslim community, describing unity as the foundation for development. He commended President Museveni for supporting elderly imams in fulfilling the fifth pillar of Islam by enabling them to undertake the Hajj pilgrimage, noting the increasing number of Muslims aspiring to travel to Mecca each year.

Sheikh Kasawuli, Chairperson of the Structured Imams and Amirates Assembly Uganda in Kampala District, stated that between 200 and 300 Muslims are expected to travel for Hajj this year. He explained that the initiative aims to strengthen Muslim unity and deepen their commitment to the Islamic faith, with plans to reach out to Muslims across the country, particularly those who have lost hope.

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There is no greater gift we can offer Muslims than helping them fulfil the fifth pillar of Islam by enabling them to perform Hajj.

The thanksgiving ceremony is anticipated to bring together Muslim leaders and faithful from across Uganda, fostering a sense of appreciation and solidarity. The leaders' call for unity underscores their belief in collective support for national development initiatives.

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We shall continue reaching out to Muslims across the country, especially those who have lost hope, so that they too can have an opportunity to perform Hajj.