Political turmoil has engulfed Rwampara District after disputed National Resistance Movement primary elections for the Woman Member of Parliament position. Resident District Commissioner Harriett Nakamya blocked the transfer of official result forms pending proper certification from party leadership. District Registrar Jackson Mutaahi faced arrest on vote tampering charges after initially declaring incumbent Molly Matsiko Asiimwe the winner despite receiving fewer votes. A mandatory recount revealed challenger Annah Kansiime secured 26,347 votes against Asiimwe's 20,364 total.
The commissioner intervened after detecting potential violence between competing factions. Mutaahi reversed his original announcement and provided Kansiime with proper documentation before authorities detained him alongside three data entry officials. Reports suggest ongoing clandestine meetings between Asiimwe and party officials at a Mbarara hotel. The district commissioner maintains custody of original documents while demanding certified photocopies before releasing materials to party headquarters. This controversy highlights broader concerns about electoral integrity within Uganda's political system.
The commissioner intervened after detecting potential violence between competing factions. Mutaahi reversed his original announcement and provided Kansiime with proper documentation before authorities detained him alongside three data entry officials. Reports suggest ongoing clandestine meetings between Asiimwe and party officials at a Mbarara hotel. The district commissioner maintains custody of original documents while demanding certified photocopies before releasing materials to party headquarters. This controversy highlights broader concerns about electoral integrity within Uganda's political system.
