Frank Gashumba miracle healing challenge in Uganda

Ugandan businessman Frank Gashumba has issued a financial challenge to religious leaders, increasing the reward to Shs500 million for any pastor, apostle, or prophet who can demonstrate miraculous healing of a critically ill patient within a hospital setting.

Gashumba argues that many religious leaders operate as businesses rather than spiritual institutions, criticizing the contrast between their claims of divine protection and their use of luxury vehicles and heavy security while followers live in poverty. He has accused certain figures of manipulating the public to extort money through tithes.

The challenge has drawn varied responses from the religious community. While some leaders, such as Pastor Robert Kayanja and Bishop David Kiganda, have defended their ministries or questioned the nature of turning faith into a public contest, others have expressed support for Gashumba’s skepticism. Pastor Isaac Rwomushana specifically criticized the sale of religious items and the use of congregants' funds for pastors' personal expenses.