President Yoweri Kaguta Museveni is expected to address concerns over alleged external interference in Uganda’s Muslim community, according to Deputy Presidential Press Secretary Kirunda Farouk.
Kirunda revealed this while delivering a message at memorial prayers for the late Hajjat Joweria Nankya in Bugweri District, where he claimed that some foreign embassies are allegedly working with individuals accused of fueling long-standing divisions within the Muslim community.
He further alleged that some of these individuals have sought refuge in the embassies and are attempting to destabilize the leadership of the Uganda Muslim Supreme Council (UMSC).
Kirunda also warned that the alleged interference could affect religious activities, including the 2026 pilgrimage to Mecca, but assured believers that the President would soon intervene.
He called on Muslims to remain united and avoid internal divisions, emphasizing that unity is key to community development.
During the same event, the Mufti of Uganda, Shaban Ramadhan Mubaje, urged Muslims to live righteous lives, prioritize education, and uphold strong family values. He encouraged parents to invest in both secular and religious education for their children.
The Mufti also welcomed proposals from Bugweri Muslim leaders to establish an Islamic Centre in memory of Ibrahim Munulo, a key figure in the spread of Islam in the region.
Leaders at the gathering emphasized unity, education, and preservation of Islamic heritage, while the host family donated a cow to the Mufti in appreciation.
The development highlights growing concern over internal cohesion within the Muslim community, as government signals readiness to step in over alleged external influence.
