Sheikh Abdiweli preaches forgiveness at ICT ministry Iftar dinner
By Abdu Wahid Kakande
Sheikh Mohamed Abdiweli has urged Muslims to forgive each other if they also want to be forgiven by God.
“As human beings, we have a lot of differences, but we should forgive each other. If you don’t forgive each other, you will live with that hatred and it will in the long run affect your health,” Abdiweli said.
Abdiweli was preaching at the iftar dinner organised by the Ministry of Information, Communication and Technology (ICT) at the National ICT hub in Nakawa on Tuesday March 10, 2026.
Without mentioning names, Abdiweli regretted that some Muslims have reached to an extent of avoiding functions in presence of their presumed enemies because of hatred which act he said contradicts the Islamic teachings.
The Mufti of Uganda Sheikh Shaban Ramadhan Mubaje in his speech delivered by the Uganda Muslim Supreme Council (UMSC) secretary general Hadji Abbas Muluubya urged Muslims to use this holy month of Ramadhan to renew their commitment to national unity.
Mubaje also urged the Uganda Communication Commission (UCC) to ensure responsible use of the digital platforms most especially social media which he said has become a source of misinformation and affronts.
Mubaje argues that UCC bears the duty of ensuring that the digital platforms operate responsibly. He said technology should be used to promote the truth, respect and constructive dialogue rather than divisionism or misinformation.
“Therefore, the development of information in communication technology should always be used or guided by values that promote the dignity of individuals and strength the moral fabric of our communities,” Mubaje said.
He also commended UCC for the collaboration in the broadcasting sector which he said has enabled UMSC institutions like Bilal Television, Radio Bilal and Radio Masaba to serve communities with educational, religious and developmental programmes.
The Mufti further thanked the ICT ministry for organising the iftar dinner noting that it reflected the spirit of unity, mutual respect and cooperation within the country.
“The holy month of Ramadhan is a period of reflection, devotion, patience and compassion. As we break our fast together, we are reminded that beyond our diverse backgrounds, we share common values of peace, dignity and solidarity,” Mubaje said.
ICT minister Dr Chris Baryomunsi called for strengthened unity between Muslims and Christians across the globe.
“There are many commonalities between Islam and Christianity and one of them is fasting. We are all in the period of fasting. So, we are not fundamentally different and therefore there is no reason for us to be enemies. So, my message is that we should remain united,” Baryomunsi said.
Dr Aminah Zawedde, the ICT ministry permanent secretary urged Muslim workers in all government ministries and departments to maintain the professional excellence exhibited during the holy month of Ramadhan.
“Let us ensure that our commitment to our agenda remains unwavering. Let us support one another at our workplaces. Let our workplaces remain a space of empathy and high productivity,” Zawedde said.
Zawedde also implored the wider Muslim community to uphold the behaviour exhibited during the holy month Ramadhan. “We shouldn’t go back to our old days because fasting is supposed to make us better people,” Zawedde said.
Muslims end fasting with the celebration of Idd-al-Fitir which is expected to fall either on Thursday or Friday next week.
