MUMSA Alumni Reunion Mobilises Support for Major Student and Mosque Projects

The Makerere University Muslim Students’ Association Alumni Reunion 2026 brought together former leaders, current students, university officials and institutional partners to reconnect, strengthen unity and mobilise support for major Muslim student-development projects.

Held at Makerere University, the reunion promoted professional mentorship, academic excellence, Islamic values, employment creation, halal enterprise and sustained investment in infrastructure serving Muslim students.

The priority initiatives presented included the proposed MUMSA Cafeteria valued at UGX 25 million, the Makerere University Mosque extension estimated at UGX 450 million, and a broader US$300,000 Muslim student facility project led by Imam Idd Kasozi.

Organisers announced at the conclusion of the programme that approximately UGX 3.65 million had been received in cash, with another UGX 12 million committed in pledges. Alumni and partners were encouraged to fulfil their pledges and continue supporting the projects through MUMSA’s digital platform.

Haj. Muguluma Volunteers to Lead Cafeteria Completion

The Chairman of the MUMSA Alumni Reunion Organising Committee informed Muslim Channel Uganda that Haj. Muguluma of HEAR Uganda had volunteered to lead efforts to complete the MUMSA Cafeteria.

The UGX 25 million cafeteria is intended to provide a sustainable source of income for MUMSA while offering an accessible service to students and the wider Makerere University community.

Its completion would help the association reduce its dependence on emergency fundraising and establish a dependable financial base for Islamic programmes, student welfare and community activities.

Prof. Faizal Buyinza Takes Over as MUMSA Patron

The reunion also witnessed the formal transition of MUMSA’s patronship to Prof. Faizal Buyinza.

The outgoing patron thanked the students and alumni for their cooperation and highlighted achievements registered during his tenure, including the acquisition of a van for MUMSA activities. He advised the student leadership to protect the vehicle and use it strictly for the association’s programmes.

Prof. Buyinza was entrusted with strengthening relations between students and alumni, protecting MUMSA’s institutional legacy and ensuring that Muslim students continue receiving mentorship, spiritual guidance and professional support.

University Leadership Encourages Faith, Education and Enterprise

Representing the Makerere University Vice Chancellor, Prof. Yazid Bamutaze welcomed alumni back to their alma mater and commended MUMSA for bringing different generations of Muslim graduates together.

He described MUMSA as a valuable platform connecting faith, academic development and leadership formation. He encouraged students to participate actively in the association while pursuing academic excellence and postgraduate education.

Prof. Bamutaze also urged students to acquire employable skills and begin developing income-generating projects before leaving university. He noted that student associations can help universities produce graduates who are ethical, responsible, innovative and prepared to create employment.

The guest of honour, Dr. Sarah Wasagali Kanaabi, called for the MUMSA Alumni Reunion to become an annual programme focused on meaningful networking, mentorship and opportunity creation.

She urged established professionals and entrepreneurs to help younger Muslims access employment, training, equipment and business opportunities.

Dr. Kanaabi reminded students that academic qualifications alone were no longer sufficient in a rapidly changing economy. She encouraged them to develop strong character, practical skills, adaptability, innovation and a commitment to lifelong learning.

She also emphasised the importance of building strong Muslim families, supporting the mosque-extension project and ensuring that all resources mobilised for MUMSA initiatives come from transparent and halal sources.

Although illness prevented Imam Idd Kasozi from attending the reunion physically, he addressed participants remotely, conveyed his greetings and reaffirmed his commitment to MUMSA.

His message particularly emphasised alumni participation in the proposed UGX 450 million mosque-extension project. He also referenced pledges gathered during the earlier MUMSA Walk-In, demonstrating how the programme is translating alumni engagement into practical support for long-term projects.

Imam Kasozi is also leading the proposed US$300,000 Muslim student facility project, an initiative intended to strengthen the spiritual, educational and social development of Muslim students at Makerere University.

Speaking at the reunion, Eng. Fahad Ssozi, CEO of Muslim Channel Uganda, reaffirmed the channel’s commitment to supporting MUMSA through media coverage, digital mobilisation and transparent project monitoring.

He announced that the MUMSA platform—www.mumsaug.org and USSD code *284*3*12#—would remain an instrument of unity for the association.

Through the platform, former members can reconnect with MUMSA, register as alumni, receive programme updates and contribute towards the association’s projects. Contributions and the progress of ongoing projects will be transparently monitored through the platform, courtesy of Muslim Channel Uganda.

Eng. Ssozi commended the organising committee for successfully mobilising alumni within a short period and thanked sponsors and institutional partners that supported the reunion.

He encouraged partners to continue investing in programmes that build the capacity, confidence and economic independence of Muslim students.

Walk-In Programme Producing Lasting Muslim Institutions

The reunion highlighted the fact that the MUMSA Walk-In is much more than a social gathering.

Earlier Walk-Ins brought former MUMSA members together for networking, Islamic learning, professional mentorship, community-development discussions and the mobilisation of resources for Muslim initiatives.

Available MUMSA material describes AWQAF Uganda as a “brainchild of MUMSA Walk-Ins,” demonstrating how conversations held during these gatherings have contributed to the creation of lasting Muslim institutions.

The Walk-Ins have also helped mobilise participation, financial pledges and professional support for MUMSA programmes. The recent gathering hosted by Imam Idd Kasozi renewed alumni engagement ahead of the reunion and generated pledges towards the mosque extension and other student-development initiatives.

Turning Alumni Unity into Sustainable Development

The MUMSA Alumni Reunion 2026 concluded with a call for alumni engagement to continue beyond social gatherings and annual events.

MUMSA’s leadership hopes to transform the renewed unity among former members into sustainable educational, spiritual and economic infrastructure for current and future generations of Muslim students.

Alumni, institutions and well-wishers can register, contribute and follow the progress of the projects through:

• Website: www.mumsaug.org
• USSD code *284*3*12#

The reunion was broadcast live by Muslim Channel Uganda.

Check out all Muslim Channel platforms for exclusive interviews with the event’s special guests and sponsors.

Wa Billahi Tawfid

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