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Muslim clerics want President Ruto to also construct mosque at State House

Muslim clerics want President Ruto to also construct mosque at State House

The clerics said State House, as a national symbol, should reflect religious diversity and serve all faiths equally. - Kenya breaking news | Kenya news today | Capitalfm.co.ke..

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Muslim clerics in Mombasa have urged President William Ruto to build a mosque at State House to promote religious inclusivity, following the establishment of an Anglican church on the premises.

  • State House is considered a national institution that should reflect the religious diversity of Kenya.
  • The call comes from the Pwani Patriotic Religious Leaders, emphasizing that all faiths deserve equal representation.
  • The demand raises questions about compliance with Article 8 of the Constitution, which prohibits the establishment of a state religion.

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