The Uganda Muslim Supreme Council (UMSC) has officially terminated Sheikh Huzaima Magumba from his role as District Kadhi of Bugweri Muslim District following findings that he submitted forged academic documents during his appointment process.
In a formal letter dated May 26, 2025 and signed by the Mufti of Uganda, Sheikh Shaban Ramadhan Mubaje, the decision to relieve Sheikh Magumba of his duties was made after a comprehensive investigation into complaints raised by concerned members of the Bugweri Muslim community.
The inquiry revealed that the Thanawi certificate—a critical academic qualification required for the position—submitted by Sheikh Magumba was fraudulent.
According to the UMSC Constitution, Article 19(3)(b), possession of authentic religious academic qualifications is mandatory for any candidate holding the office of District Kadhi. The discovery of falsified credentials constitutes a direct breach of this constitutional provision.
"In light of the above findings, and in accordance with the constitutional mandate of UMSC, I hereby terminate your services as District Kadhi of Bugweri Muslim District with immediate effect," read part of the letter from the Mufti.
Sheikh Magumba has been directed to vacate office immediately and hand over all UMSC property and equipment to the District Chairperson of Bugweri without delay.
The UMSC emphasised that this decision was taken to uphold the integrity and credibility of the Muslim leadership in Uganda and to maintain the trust of the Muslim faithful in Bugweri and the nation at large.
The termination letter was copied to several key stakeholders, including the Honorable National Chairperson of UMSC, the General Secretary, the Secretary for Religious Affairs, the Regional Assistant to the Mufti for Busoga, and top Bugweri District officials, including the LCV Chairperson, RDC, and DPC.
Shk Huzaima Magumba's sacking caused alot of debate on different social media platforms in Bugweri district, with many people attributing to the politics of day while others say he doesn't come from the Baisemenha clan which the dominant in Bugweri.
It is believed that the people who petitioned Uganda Muslim Supreme Council are from the politcal camp of one of the kingpins in Bugweri who decided to fight the District Kadhi because the religious leader was supporting his opponent.
However some muslims are supporting Shk Huzaima's sacking asserting that he doesn't possess genuine academic qualifications required for one to be a Distrust Kadhi
Sheikh Huzaima Magumba has served as Bugweri District Kadhi for one year.