Uganda Governance Monitor
Uganda Governance Monitor
ChimpReports reports that businesswoman Vasundhara Oswal filed a human rights petition at the High Court against senior police and prosecution officials and the Attorney General, alleging she was arbitrarily arrested and detained for 21 days in October 2024. The petition alleges she was denied medication, lawyers and basic necessities, and that property including $200,000 in bond money was seized. Police spokesperson Rusoke Kituuma said she was handled in accordance with the law and that police would respond in court.
A national event, not tied to one district.
Disputed: Oswal alleges arbitrary arrest and degrading treatment; police say the arrest and detention followed lawful procedures.