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In response to the devastating Kiteezi landfill disaster that claimed the lives of 35 individuals and caused widespread destruction, the Uganda Muslim Supreme Council ( UMSC ) has announced plans to conduct special prayers to commemorate the victims and offer solace to those affected by the calamity.
The heart-wrenching disaster unfolded when a torrential downpour triggered a massive garbage landslide at the Kiteezi landfill on the outskirts of Kampala, engulfing a nearby residential area and leaving devastation in its wake.
Sheikh Muhammad Ali Waiswa, representing Mufti Dr. Sheikh Shaban Ramadhan Mubaje at a humanitarian event hosted by the Muslim World League, shed light on the UMSC’s commitment to aiding vulnerable communities in the aftermath of the tragedy.
At the event focusing on providing aid to orphans and refugees, Sheikh Waiswa expressed profound gratitude to the Muslim World League for their enduring support, emphasizing the longstanding partnership that has fostered goodwill between the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia, Ugandan Government, and the UMSC for over four decades.
Collaborative efforts for a cause
Sheikh Waiswa urged individuals and charitable organizations to extend their support by offering essential supplies such as food, clothing, and shelter to the survivors left homeless by the disaster, highlighting the critical need for ongoing assistance.
Eng Musinguzi Badru and Mr. Geoffrey Mugabe, representing key governmental bodies, lauded the Muslim World League’s unwavering commitment to aiding vulnerable populations, underscoring the collaborative efforts aimed at providing relief to those in need.
As part of its ongoing program, the Muslim World League aims to assist over one thousand orphans, illustrating a dedicated and compassionate approach towards alleviating the suffering of the most vulnerable members of society.
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