Uganda Muslim Relatives Cut Off New Christian's Hands

5/8/2026   (Morning Star News) 

Muslim relatives of a man in eastern Uganda who accepted Christ in March cut off his hands on April 17 in an attack over his new faith. Kalegeya Faruku, 40, was recovering from severe injuries after the attack. “I gave my life to Jesus in early March 2026, and my family members were not happy,” Faruku said. Faruku returned home briefly to collect personal belongings before relocating to a safer place. Relatives ambushed him upon arrival. They took him into the house and cut off his hands while reciting Islamic scripture. The relatives later transported him about five kilometers away and abandoned him near a crossroads, severely injured. Faruku is still undergoing treatment. As of this writing, it is not clear if the police have made any arrests. The attack was the latest of many instances of persecution of Christians in Uganda. 

Please pray…　

• Pray that the Lord will encourage and comfort Faruku as he recovers from the attack.

• Pray that the Lord will help Faruku to forgive the family members who did this to him and that they will repent and put their faith in Jesus.

• Pray that the Lord will provide for Faruku’s financial needs.