Former minister Matembe charged with sectarianism, remanded to Luzira National Jun 30
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Former Ethics and Integrity Minister Miria Matembe, 73, has been charged with promoting sectarianism and remanded to Luzira Prison.
Matembe appeared before Grade One Magistrate Sheilla Gloria Atim at Luzira Magistrate’s Court and denied the charge brought by the state.
According to the charge sheet, she is accused of promoting sectarianism contrary to Section 38(1)(d) of the Penal Code Act.
Prosecution alleges that in June 2026, while appearing on DK TV Uganda, Matembe made statements likely to promote hostility, hatred or ill will against members of the Banyankole tribe.
The state alleges that Matembe stated that “all our taxes are being spent on the Banyankole women ministers,” remarks which prosecutors say were likely to incite hostility against members of the tribe.
The charge sheet identifies Matembe as a businesswoman and resident of Luzira in Nakawa East, Kampala.
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