Entebbe Muslims reconcile following UMSC mediation

By Issa Kigongo

The Entebbe Muslim Council leadership and County Muslim leaders have reconciled following a mediation meeting chaired by Hadji Abbas Muluubya Ssekyanzi, the Uganda Muslim Supreme Council (UMSC) Secretary General, at the UMSC Headquarters.

The two sides unanimously agreed to reconcile, maintain the status quo that existed before the disagreements, and work together to strengthen coordination and cooperation in serving the Muslim community.

The meeting was convened on Wednesday July 1st 2026  to harmonise administrative misunderstandings between Sheikh Farouk Ssendija, the Entebbe District Kadhi, and some members of the Entebbe Muslim Council leadership on one side, and Sheikh Rajab Twesigye, the Entebbe County Sheikh, together with members of the County leadership on the other.

Muluubya guided the delegations, emphasising the importance of following established administrative channels provided for under the UMSC Constitution.

Following deliberations, the parties agreed on several resolutions, including continued reconciliation, preservation of existing arrangements, and joint efforts by the District Kadhi, County Sheikh, and the Office of the Secretary General to address other administrative issues affecting their cooperation.

They also agreed to establish and operate a joint bank account where all funds collected from tenants will be deposited to enhance transparency and accountability.