By Angel Lubowa
KAMPALA
The Muslim community a d Ugandans at large are mourning the demise of Sheikh Siliman Kasule Ndirangwa, the former Supreme Mufti of the Kibuli-based Muslim faction .
Sheikh Ndirangwa passed away on Friday, June 21, 2025, at the age of 65, according to close family sources and senior Muslim leaders.
He has been battling severe health conditions in Uganda and the United States of America for sometime.
He served as the spiritual head of the Kibuli Muslim administration until his unexpected resignation in April 2021 which paved way for the appointment of Sheikh Galabuzi later as a replacement.
His departure from leadership came amid internal tensions within the faction, although he cited a need to promote unity among Muslims in the country.
Born in Kawempe, Sheikh Ndirangwa was widely respected as a moderate and unifying voice in Uganda’s Muslim community.
Funeral arrangements are currently underway, with the Uganda Muslim Supreme Council expected to release an official program shortly.
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By Angel Lubowa
KAMPALA
The Muslim community a d Ugandans at large are mourning the demise of Sheikh Siliman Kasule Ndirangwa, the former Supreme Mufti of the Kibuli-based Muslim faction .
Sheikh Ndirangwa passed away on Friday, June 21, 2025, at the age of 65, according to close family sources and senior Muslim leaders.
He has been battling severe health conditions in Uganda and the United States of America for sometime.
He served as the spiritual head of the Kibuli Muslim administration until his unexpected resignation in April 2021 which paved way for the appointment of Sheikh Galabuzi later as a replacement.
His departure from leadership came amid internal tensions within the faction, although he cited a need to promote unity among Muslims in the country.
Born in Kawempe, Sheikh Ndirangwa was widely respected as a moderate and unifying voice in Uganda’s Muslim community.
Funeral arrangements are currently underway, with the Uganda Muslim Supreme Council expected to release an official program shortly.
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