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Mourners and MP Hebert Kinobere attacked at burial of ex-MP Charles Matovu in Kungu Lutale; police arrest 20

Violence & Conflict Official claim Wakiso 25 Oct 2026 Severity: 3/5

Police said a group opposed to the presence of NRM-leaning mourners attacked them at the burial of former Busiro South MP Charles Matovu in Kungu Lutale, along Nakawuka Road. According to police, Kibuku County MP Hebert Kinobere's vehicle was damaged and he left the scene, and 20 suspects were later arrested and held at Entebbe Police Station.

Official claim: These are the figures given by Uganda Police Force; they could not be checked independently.

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20 arrested or detained

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