Two Suspects Charged in UGX 2.2 Billion Fraud Case
KAMPALA. The State House Anti-Corruption Unit (SH-ACU) in collaboration with the Criminal Investigations Directorate (CID) and the Office of the Director of Public Prosecutions (ODPP), Friday arraigned two suspects before the Buganda Road Chief Magistrates Court over fraud.
Kasenge Martin, also known as Tumusiime Denis, a businessman, and Kaweesa Ronald, a painter, face charges of electronic fraud, obtaining money by false pretence, and conspiracy to commit a felony.
The accused are linked to a broader case involving the alleged defrauding of UGX 2.2 billion from American company KG Unlimited LLC.
They join other suspects, including Kampala District Land Board Chairperson Balondemu David, Mkwe Eric, and Ibona Joseph, who were previously charged in connection with the same scheme.
Investigations reveal that between November 2022 and April 2023, the suspects allegedly deceived investors by falsely claiming to award them a contract for the procurement and supply of a water plant under the Ministry of Agriculture, Animal Industry, and Fisheries.
The funds were reportedly received by Kaweesa Ronald through M/s Bloom Advocates, acting on behalf of the accused.
The court has remanded the suspects until February 26, 2025, as investigations continue.
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