Parliament – Kampala, Uganda: The Kampala Capital City Authority (KCCA) leadership on Friday appeared before Parliament’s Committee on Commissions, Statutory Authorities and State Enterprises (COSASE), facing tough questions over allegations of political bias.
Chaired by Hon. Medard Lubega Sseggona, the COSASE session focused on claims that KCCA allowed pro-President Museveni posters bearing the authority’s official logo to be put up—reportedly funded by an unnamed “Good Samaritan.” The committee raised concerns over the implications for KCCA’s political neutrality, especially in a politically sensitive environment.
Lord Mayor Erias Lukwago, who led the KCCA team, distanced himself from the controversial posters and demanded answers on how and why the KCCA logo was used in political messaging without clear authorization.
Both Lukwago and Hon. Sseggona further criticized KCCA executives for alleged partisan conduct, accusing them of selectively removing opposition posters while sparing those of the ruling National Resistance Movement (NRM). They challenged the officials to cite any legal basis for the selective enforcement, but none was provided during the session.
The hearing forms part of an ongoing probe into issues raised in the latest Auditor General’s report, which flagged multiple irregularities within KCCA operations.
The committee vowed to continue investigating the matter to ensure accountability and adherence to lawful, nonpartisan conduct in public institutions.
