President Paul Kagame Closes 6000 Churches
The President of Rwanda Paul Kagame Closes Down 6000
Churches, All Pastors Required to Hold Degree in Theology Before they Can Practice
The President of Rwanda, Paul Kagame issued this statement saying he has officially closed down 6000 churches in the country saying they were playing with the faith of Rwandan citizens and put up a new requirement of procuring a theology degree before given license to open up a church in Rwanda.
Paul Kagame who is known for his strict hand also cited security concerns when closing up these religious institutions.
The Rwanda Governance Board said the move was also meant to tighten rules on registration and functioning of churches in Rwanda.
Government of Rwanda said it respects freedom of worship but protecting people’s lives was first priority.
Churches, All Pastors Required to Hold Degree in Theology Before they Can Practice
The President of Rwanda, Paul Kagame issued this statement saying he has officially closed down 6000 churches in the country saying they were playing with the faith of Rwandan citizens and put up a new requirement of procuring a theology degree before given license to open up a church in Rwanda.
Paul Kagame who is known for his strict hand also cited security concerns when closing up these religious institutions.
The Rwanda Governance Board said the move was also meant to tighten rules on registration and functioning of churches in Rwanda.
Government of Rwanda said it respects freedom of worship but protecting people’s lives was first priority.
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