“From the bail application, applicant 1 Muwanga Kivumbi and 16 others have been granted bail Kivumbi has to pay a cash bail of 10 million Ugx and the 16 co-accused cash bail of 1 million Ugx, the other 6 applicants have been denied bail due to issues with their sureties” Hatanga said.

Kivumbi, the former Butambala County MP, and his co-accused are facing terrorism-related charges stemming from arrests made between January 2nd and 14th, 2026, in Butambala district. Their arrest followed a security operation at Kivumbi’s home during which more than seven people were reportedly shot dead.

According to the prosecution and bail conditions, the trio were barred from flying out of the country before the case is closed, cautioned against interfering with the ongoing investigations and witnesses, among others. The court, therefore, warned that any violation of the said conditions could result in revoking their bail. 

Kisaka assumed office on July 23, 2020, after being recommended by President Museveni and approved by the Public Service Commission following Jennifer Musisi’s resignation.

The protests were part of a broader movement against corruption, particularly targeting Speaker of Parliament Anita Among, who has faced accusations of corruption practices.

The protest was part of a larger movement against corruption in Uganda, which has seen significant public outcry due to high-profile corruption scandals involving government officials.

Eron performed a sexual act with a 16-year-old girl, whom he had authority over and allegedly infected the victim with HIV/AIDS. The incident occurred between Kyambogo University and Namugongo in Nsawo village, Wakiso district.