
Kitagwenda district boss allegedly kidnapped
Police in Kitagwenda district have launched a search for the Kitagwenda District LC V Chairman, Ismael Mushemeza Kambanda who was allegedly kidnapped yesterday evening.
Mushemeza was reportedly abducted yesterday at around 5:00 PM from Kibumbe Playground in Kigoto Parish, Kicheche Sub County during his final campaign rally ahead of the upcoming elections. It is alleged that he was taken by a Toyota Hiace vehicle, commonly known as a “drone,” which had earlier been seen in the convoy of a candidate participating in the race.
A formal case of disappearance has been opened at Kitagwenda Central Police Station under SD REF 02/23/07/2025, by Ahairwe Jonany, the head of Mushemeza’s campaign team.
Supporters are expected to stage demonstrations this morning to protest the incident as authorities continue investigations into the circumstances surrounding his disappearance.
Details to follow