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- Imam Mahad Kakooza of the Mbarara Muslim Supreme Council called for unity and concerted efforts towards development.
KABALE: Political leaders in Kabale District have utilized today’s Eid Al-Fitr celebrations to both pray for and denounce the escalating corruption practices plaguing the nation.
The Kabale District woman member of Parliament, Catheline Atwakiire Ndamira,emphasized that corruption is corroding the fabric of the country and impeding progress. Honorable Atwakiire condemned corruption and advocated for a zero-tolerance policy towards it, starting from the grassroots level within families.
Honorable Atwakiire also voiced her concern about the prevailing sense of hopelessness among Ugandans amidst the backdrop of escalating violence, suicides, and an increasing crime rate. She urged Muslims to actively participate in government poverty alleviation initiatives to foster community development.
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Sheikh Kassim Kamugisha, the Publicity Secretary of the Uganda Muslim Supreme Council and also serving as the Nakawa Deputy Resident City Commissioner and the Kabale Municipality National Resistance Movement flag bearer, echoed the same sentiments and urged all Ugandans to collaborate with state institutions in combating corruption and emphasized the importance of working alongside their leaders, as leadership emanates from unity.
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Delivering his sermon at Kirigime Main Mosque in Kabale municipality, Imam Mahad Kakooza of the Mbarara Muslim Supreme Council called for unity and concerted efforts towards development. He encouraged the youth to prioritize gainful employment over dependency.
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