By Immam Sadiq Taremwa
Salam Charity Team, led by Imam Iddi Kasozi and Hajji Karim Kaliisa, handed over three newly constructed mosques and boreholes to the people of Katakwi district on August 15, 2025. This initiative was sparked by a courtesy visit to the district, which revealed alarming conditions, including a lack of clean water and inadequate places of worship.
The people of Katakwi were struggling to access necessities, with many sharing water sources with animals and conducting prayers under trees or temporary grass-thatched mosques. Salam Charity, in partnership with prominent media companies such as Salam TV, NBS, Sanyuka TV, and Nilepost, launched a campaign to bring attention and support to the area.
The newly constructed mosques and boreholes are part of Salam Charity's broader initiative to support vulnerable communities. The organization has built three fully equipped mosques and clean water sources, which were handed over to the community. Imam Iddi Kasozi encouraged the people of Katakwi to fear Allah, love one another, and develop a habit of giving in charity, no matter how small. He also urged them to take care of the mosques and boreholes handed over to them.
Salam Charity aims to construct at least 10 mosques and clean water sources in the district, which will serve as training centers for social and economic development. The organization plans to implement additional projects, including health facilities and educational centers. Hajji Karim Kaliisa, Managing Director of Salam Charity and Salam TV, thanked the Katakwi Muslim community and stakeholders for their cooperation and assured them that the water sources are for the entire community, not just Muslims.
Hajji Karim Kaliisa appealed to local and international sponsors to join Salam Charity in changing the lives of the people of Katakwi. Salam Charity operates under three major pillars: education, health, and capacity building of local leaders, with the theme "Every act of Kindness is Charity". The organization has pledged to work closely with district stakeholders to make a lasting impact in Katakwi.
The handover ceremony marks a significant step towards improving the lives of Katakwi's residents. Salam Charity's efforts have been appreciated by local leaders, who have pledged to support the organization's initiatives. The district leadership, led by the Resident District Commissioner and District Internal Security Officer, has expressed enthusiasm for Salam Charity's projects and promised to provide guidance and support.
