MITYANA | October 2025 — A wave of concern has swept through Mityana District following a High Court ruling ordering Deputy Resident District Commissioner (RDC) Proscovia Mwanjuzi to personally pay UGX 25 million in damages over a disputed property in Zigoti Town.
Local leaders and residents have come out strongly standing with the Deputy RDC, calling the judgment unfair and questionable, and urging the State House Anti-Corruption Unit, Ministry of Lands, and Judiciary to intervene and review the case.
Residents describe Mrs. Mwanjuzi as a fearless and incorruptible leader who has consistently fought against land grabbing and illegal evictions in Mityana.
“Our Deputy RDC has always stood for justice and truth. She refused to be compromised, and now she is being punished for protecting the people,” said a local leader in Zigoti.
They argue that the disputed Zigoti property has long been surrounded by dubious ownership claims, and that Mrs. Mwanjuzi’s actions were purely aimed at restoring peace and order, not taking sides.
“She only stopped an illegal eviction that had no court order,” one resident explained. “She was doing her job.”
In the wake of the ruling, residents have raised alarm over the conduct of Counsel Kazungu Apollo, who represented the applicant Kalembe Mike.
“It is alleged that Kazungu is a known land grabber in Mityana who has been involved in several controversial property cases,” claimed a community source. “People believe this case was meant to silence the Deputy RDC after she refused to yield to illegal pressure.”
Residents are demanding that authorities investigate the background of the individuals involved, to ensure that justice is not manipulated by those with personal interests.
Calls for Investigation:
The community is appealing to the State House Anti-Corruption Unit (SHACU), led by Brig. Gen. Henry Isoke, to probe the entire case, verify the processes, and expose any foul play.
They are also calling upon Minister of Lands Judith Nabakooba to review the ownership documentation and clarify the true ownership of the disputed Zigoti property.
“We know our RDC acted in good faith and within her powers,” said a local elder. “She shouldn’t be punished for protecting citizens from illegal land dealings.”
Residents have also requested the Judicial Service Commission to examine whether the judgment followed due process and to safeguard other public officers from unfair targeting.
Integrity and Courage:
Community members insist that Mrs. Mwanjuzi acted within her constitutional mandate. They allege she was pressured to compromise her stance but refused, choosing instead to uphold the law.
“She turned down bribes meant to silence her,” a youth leader said. “Now they’re using the courts to punish her for honesty.”
Appeal to the President:
The residents have appealed to President Yoweri Museveni and the Office of the President to intervene and protect their RDC, noting that she was only doing her job in line with the President’s directive to fight corruption and defend citizens.
“The President has always told leaders to protect the people and stand for justice,” said one resident. “That’s what our RDC did — and she deserves support, not punishment.”
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