Minsa Kabanda, the minister for Kampala, has called for unity among residents of Kampala Central, saying cooperation will help government deliver services more effectively.
Kabanda made the remarks during an Iftar dinner hosted by Salim Uhuru at the Kampala Central Division headquarters in Kampala.
She praised Uhuru for organising the event, saying it had brought together people from different religious and social backgrounds.
“I want to thank Mayor Uhuru for organising this Iftar which has brought together people from all walks of life regardless of religion and tribe. This is a sign of love for his people,” Kabanda said.
Kabanda said unity and teamwork between leaders and residents would make it easier for government to deliver essential services such as better schools, hospitals, roads, jobs, and improved peace and security.
She also thanked voters in Kampala Central for electing her as their MP, re-electing Uhuru as mayor, and supporting President Museveni for another term.
Uhuru, who hosted the gathering, said the Iftar was organised to thank residents for re-electing him and to share a meal with Muslims during the holy month of Ramadan. [WATCH VIDEO]
He also commended the working relationship between the political leadership and the technical team at Kampala Capital City Authority (KCCA), led by town clerk Deogratius Nsubuga.
Uhuru reminded leaders that with the elections now concluded, their focus should shift to delivering services that improve the lives of residents.
He thanked residents for giving him a second term as mayor. He also noted that it was the fifth time he had joined Muslims to break the fast during Ramadan.
Sheikh Ibrahim Ntaate, who represented Supreme Mufti, Shaban Galabuzi, thanked Allah for the holy month of Ramadan and urged Muslims to show love, humility, and compassion.
Ntaate asked Muslims to pray for the city following recent flooding that destroyed traders’ merchandise and to pray for improved security.
After the prayers, Muslims were served food and drinks to break their fast.
