PRESIDENT KAGAME CLOSES AT LEAST 6,000 CHURCHES, CITES LACK OF THEOLOGICAL QUALIFICATIONS
Rwandan President Paul Kagame says his government has shut down at least 6,000 churches and mosques, arguing that religious leaders must possess formal theological qualifications. He stated that the move is aimed at curbing the commercialisation of faith.
The decision has sparked mixed reactions, with critics raising concerns about freedom of worship, while supporters say stricter regulation is necessary to protect congregants and uphold ethical religious practices.
Is this a good move or not?
AT least 6,000 churches and mosques were shut down to curb the commercialisation of the faith and the lack of formal theological qualifications among religious leaders. Can this happen in Zambia? When Rev. Walter Mwambazi spoke about dictatorship in some countries, a woman in Ljubljana (Slovenia) named Ketis Ngoma thought he was talking because he had food in his mouth.