Quran Reciters from over 30 Countries Taking Part in Rwanda’s Int’l Quran Competition

IQNA – An international Quran competition is going to be launched in Rwanda on Sunday.

Delegates from over 30 African countries have arrived in Rwanda’s capital Kigali ahead of the contest.

The competition will be held at Gicumbi District Conference Centre, and Camp Kigali on April 21.

Quran recital competition is considered vital in promoting the universal message of peace through the Quran, and also aims to preserve Muslim culture and tradition.

This competition unites scholars, preachers, and Quran reciters from across the world.

Meanwhile, winners of the competition receive various cash awards and are also given certificates.

Organizers say the award motivates the younger generations to adhere to their religion and fulfill their responsibilities towards Islam, which is based on goodness, tolerance, and cohesion.

Rwanda is a country in Central Africa. Located a few degrees south of the Equator, It is bordered by Uganda, Tanzania, Burundi, and the Democratic Republic of the Congo.

Muslims account for about 2 percent of Rwanda’s total population.

Source: taarifa.rw