Tag: Uganda

The Abayudaya Jews of Uganda, led by Rabbi Gershom Sizomu, have been officially recognized by the Jewish Agency, allowing them to immigrate to Israel under the Law of Return.
Rabbi Gershom Sizomu Wambedde, considered the first black African-born rabbi, has made history by becoming the first Jew elected to Ugandan parliament, representing the Bungokho North district.
In Uganda, Rabbi Gershom Sizomu, leader of the Abayudaya Jewish community, lost a petition challenging alleged vote-rigging and voter intimidation during his parliamentary campaign against Muslim incumbent Yahaya Wojje.
In a rural village in Kenya, a small Jewish community led by Yosef Njogu and Avraham Ndungu is striving to maintain their Jewish identity while incorporating local customs.
In Uganda, during election time, President Yoweri Museveni is running for another term with extensive advertising promoting his achievements.
In Uganda, Rabbi Gershom Sizomu, a candidate in the general election, lost to the incumbent MP Yahaya Gudoi Wojje amid allegations of rigging and irregularities.
In Uganda, Rabbi Gershom Sizomu, a leader in the Abayudayah Jewish community, is running for a parliamentary seat in the Bungokho North district.