Turkish mosque donates food packages to residents in Uganda’s capital

‘foodstuffs were donated by well-wishers to support those in need through the Muslim holy month of Ramadan,’ says spiritual leader

By Hamza Kyeyune

KAMPALA, Uganda (AA) - The Abubaker Mosque, or Ebubekir Cami, in Uganda’s capital donated assorted food packages Friday to disadvantaged people in Kampala, to help them fulfill their obligation to fast during the Muslim holy month of Ramadan.

Rice, wheat flour, maize, cooking oil, and other food items were handed out after Friday prayers.

Imam Sheikh Kirumira Mahmudaid said those asking for help keep growing.

“The foodstuffs were donated by well-wishers to support those in need through the Muslim holy month of Ramadan, we will continue supporting the less privileged as much as we can,” said the spiritual leader.

Recipients Anadolu spoke to were grateful for the generosity of the Turkish people at a time when Türkiye is grappling with the aftermath of deadly earthquakes.

"The Turkish people continue supporting us even when they are facing difficulties after a devastating earthquake, am so grateful to them,” said Aisha Nakitto.

The event was attended by the Turkish state-run aid agency, TIKA, country representative to Uganda, Omer Aykon.

Many Turkish charities that have been giving Ramadan packages in Uganda are currently subdued, ramping up efforts to earthquake survivors in Türkiye.

Ebubekir Camı is a Turkish-operated mosque in Kampala.

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