High Court Releases Kivumbi And Co-Accused On Bail In Terrorism Case
Former Butambala County MP and National Unity Platform (NUP) deputy president for Buganda, Muhammad Muwanga Kivumbi, has been released on bail after spending 169 days on remand over terrorism charges linked to the January 2026 post-election violence in Butambala District.
The International Crimes Division of the High Court granted Kivumbi a cash bail of Shs10 million, while his 23 co-accused were each released on a cash bail of Shs1 million. Kivumbi had been in custody at Kitalya Prison since his arrest in January 2026.
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Learn MoreThe charges stem from violence that erupted during the January 15, 2026 general elections.
Prosecutors allege that Kivumbi and the other accused orchestrated attacks on Kibibi Police Station and the Butambala Electoral Commission tally centre, resulting in the destruction of property, damage to vehicles, and the deaths of seven people.
Kivumbi and his co-accused have denied all the charges brought against them.
Their release on bail means they will continue to face trial while out of custody, subject to the conditions set by the court.