By Editorial,
The Inter-Religious Council of Uganda, Tooro Chapter members have directed the clergy to suspend fundraising activities in churches and mosques as the country approaches the election period.
Speaking at a press briefing in Fort Portal Tourism City today, the Chairperson of the Inter-Religious Council of Uganda Tooro Chapter, Rt. Rev. Reuben Kisembo, who also serves as the Bishop of Ruwenzori Diocese, said the decision was made to safe guard places of worship from being turned into arena’s for politicking.
The briefing was attended by leaders from various religious denominations, including Catholic, Anglican, Muslim, Seventh-day Adventist, Pentecostal, and Born Again churches.
These were, Rev. Fr. Joachim Kasuja, Bishop Reuben Kisembo, Sheikh Tibenda Swaibu, Bishop Mugenyi James, Bishop Joseph Sanyu and Pastor K.L. Dickson.
Bishop Kisembo said they will allow clergy to recognize visiting politicians during the service and that politicians are welcome to stand and wave. END.