The Rwandan Government shuts down more than 8,000 churches and mosques across the country.
The decision by the Rwandan Governance Board to shut down over 8,000 churches and mosques is a significant development in the country’s regulation of religious institutions. The enforcement of the 2018 law, which includes strict guidelines such as soundproofing requirements for religious buildings and mandatory theological degrees for religious leaders, reflects the government's efforts to ensure that places of worship meet certain standards.
President Paul Kagame's concerns about the rapid proliferation of religious institutions in Rwanda seem to have played a key role in the implementation of these regulations. By reducing the number of churches and mosques, the government aims to control the spread of what it views as an excessive number of worship centers, which Kagame suggested might not be necessary for the country's size and population.
This move has likely sparked a range of reactions, with some viewing it as a necessary step to maintain order and quality in religious practices, while others might see it as a restriction on religious freedom. The implications of this crackdown will likely be observed in the coming years, as Rwanda navigates the balance between regulation and religious expression.
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