Muhoozi says PLU will vet new RDCs amid corruption arrests
KAMPALA: The Patriotic League of Uganda (PLU) has announced plans to participate in the vetting of newly appointed Resident District Commissioners (RDCs), with its chairman, Gen Muhoozi Kainerugaba, saying the organisation wants officials who are committed to fighting corruption.
In a statement posted on X on Saturday, October 31, 2026, Muhoozi said PLU would approve all new RDCs appointed across the country, adding that the organisation would help President Yoweri Museveni identify individuals who are incorruptible.
“PLU will approve all new RDCs in the country. We need serious cadres who are incorruptible. We shall help Mzee with this issue,” Muhoozi wrote.
His remarks come amid renewed scrutiny of RDCs and other government officials following a series of arrests linked to an anti-corruption campaign led by State Minister for Youth and Children Affairs Balaam Barugahara.
Among the recent cases is that of Hoima RDC Rogers Mbabazi, who was arrested following complaints by residents over alleged extortion and demands for money to intervene in land disputes.
In Rukiga District, several local government officials and a former sub-county chairperson were also arrested over alleged procurement irregularities, financial mismanagement and other complaints.
The arrests have brought renewed attention to the conduct of government representatives at district level, particularly their role in monitoring service delivery, handling public complaints and ensuring accountability.
Muhoozi’s statement signals PLU’s intention to become involved in discussions surrounding the integrity and suitability of individuals appointed to represent the President in districts.
However, under Article 203 of the Constitution, RDCs are appointed by the President. The Constitution does not expressly give political organisations such as PLU a formal approval role in the appointment process.
Muhoozi did not explain how the proposed vetting arrangement would work or whether PLU intends to submit recommendations to the President.
The announcement comes at a time when the government is facing growing pressure to address corruption and improve accountability in public institutions, with district-level officials increasingly coming under scrutiny.
