RUBIRIZI – Women from the Islamic faith in Western Uganda have completed a three-day Quran workshop designed to strengthen family household economic awareness, broaden spiritual growth, and improve family harmony.
Thank you for reading this post, don't forget to subscribe!The workshop, held at Masjid Lauma Rugyenda Main Mosque in Rubirizi District, began on Friday, May 8th, 2026, attracting about 500 Muslim women from across the region.
Organized under the Uganda Muslim Supreme Council, the workshop focused on more than just Arabic recitation, serving as a holistic platform for behavioral mindset change and spiritual renewal.
Presiding over the closing ceremony on Sunday, Sheikh Abdul Karimu Katamba, the Regional Khadhi, emphasized that unity and family cooperation are vital in steering a meaningful relationship.
Sheikh Katamba confirmed that the workshop empowered women with self-confidence, deeper knowledge on development, and strong morals, thus urging men to support and collaborate with their wives at home.
“This program was majorly meant to help our women learn to love themselves, gain knowledge, and become virtuous pillars in their homes. Men need to support the teaching of Islam to their children so that they grow with good morals, care, respect, and love,” Sheikh Katamba said.
Al-Hamedi Hasan, Chairperson of the organizing committee, noted that Rubirizi District’s role in hosting the competitions has strengthened unity, respect, and solidarity among women while forging valuable partnerships.
He further expressed deep gratitude to all the women participants, highlighting that their efforts in the Quran recitation competitions have brought great honor to the district.
Hajat Aisha Nakate, Chairperson of Muslim women in Rubirizi, explained that the event was designed to unite women leaders and deepen their commitment to Islam.
She noted that the competitions help women renew their knowledge, understand their role as wives and mothers, and increase their understanding of their faith.
Sheikh Manisuri Siwatu, the Head of the Muslim faith in Rubirizi District, framed the Quran competitions as a tool for empowerment against poverty, hunger, and family conflicts.
“By equipping women with skills, knowledge, education, and Islamic values, we are enabling them to sustain their families, improve household income, and raise their children as responsible Muslims,” Sheikh Siwatu said.
Meanwhile, Sheikh Abubakare Kiyimba, Head of Muslims in Greater Bushenyi, praised the women for their participation and urged them to support their husbands in family development.
“Women’s involvement in Quran recitation helps them manage their homes wisely and reduces family disputes caused by ignorance, lack of cooperation, and misunderstanding of Islamic teachings. I call on all women to take part,” Sheikh Kiyimba stated.
The workshop featured competitions; winners were recognized, awarded gifts and certificates, while other participants were awarded free transport for a pilgrimage to the holy cities of Mecca and Medina.
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