Mufti Mubaje Urges Transparency as He Commissions Bukhumwa Mosque

The Mufti of Uganda, Sheikh Shaban Ramadhan Mubaje, has officially commissioned the newly constructed Bukhumwa Mosque located in Bumbobi Sub-county. During the launch event, the Mufti issued a stern warning to religious leaders and charitable organizations, urging them to maintain strict transparency and accountability when handling community development funds.

Sheikh Mubaje specifically praised Sheikh Ali Juma Shiwuyu, the Uganda Muslim Supreme Council (UMSC) Secretary for Hajj and Umrah, for his exemplary integrity. He noted that Sheikh Shiwuyu had successfully built strong partnerships with foreign donors from countries like the United Arab Emirates, Syria, and Iraq. These resources have facilitated the construction of vital community assets, including schools, mosques, water boreholes, and food distribution drives for vulnerable households in rural areas.

The Mufti attributed Sheikh Shiwuyu’s reliable character to the foundational training he received at the Noor Islamic Institute, an institution founded by Mubaje decades ago to produce leaders capable of driving both spiritual and socio-economic transformation. He challenged other leaders to emulate this high level of honesty, emphasizing that resources meant for charity must exclusively reach their intended targets without misappropriation.

Addressing the local faithful, Sheikh Mubaje expressed gratitude to the international donors who funded the Bukhumwa Mosque. However, he reminded the local community not to rely entirely on external support for maintenance. He encouraged residents to actively contribute toward utility bills like water and electricity to keep the facility running smoothly. Furthermore, he urged parents to prioritize balancing Islamic values with formal education to prepare children to become productive citizens.

The commissioning ceremony concluded with Friday prayers led by Sheikh Yusuf Ali Bulafu, who reminded the congregation of the historical role of mosques as community and educational hubs. Read the full report on Nile Post.