The RDC further cautioned women against placing financial pressure on their spouses during the celebrations, citing the current economic difficulties facing many households.
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Muslims in Uganda have been urged to dedicate part of their Eid al-Fitr prayers to seeking peace in war-affected countries in the Middle East, as they prepare to mark the festive day on Friday.
Mukono Resident District Commissioner, Hajat Fatuma Ndisaba Nabitaka, made the call while addressing the media at her office on Thursday. She emphasized that Uganda stands to benefit significantly from stability in Arab nations, where many Ugandans live and work.
“Apart from the thousands of Ugandans in countries like Saudi Arabia, United Arab Emirates, Iran, and Oman for employment and education, many others had plans to travel but are currently unable to do so. Some were even repatriated from Iran a few weeks ago. We should therefore pray for peace to prevail in those countries,” she said.
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Ndisaba also noted that ongoing instability has contributed to rising commodity prices, particularly petroleum products, urging believers to pray for an end to such challenges.
The RDC further cautioned women against placing financial pressure on their spouses during the celebrations, citing the current economic difficulties facing many households.
“I cannot believe that today a woman would separate from her husband because he failed to buy her new clothes or give her money for hairdressing on Eid. Those are outdated practices,” she said.
She also advised parents to prioritize their children’s education by setting aside money for school fees instead of spending excessively during the festivities.
“Many children began the school term with no fees or only partial payment. Parents should ensure they clear these balances rather than spending all their resources on Eid celebrations,” she added.
Mukono District Muslim Chairperson, Haji Haruna Ssemakula, called on sheikhs and imams to promote unity during Eid prayers by avoiding messages that attack other religions or individuals.
He urged religious leaders to focus on preaching harmony and coexistence among believers. Ssemakula also appealed to individuals who were involved in political activities to move on and concentrate on productive work.
As Muslims across the country prepare to celebrate Eid, leaders have emphasized the importance of prayer, unity, and responsible spending during the festive period.