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The police in Kampala have detained a young accountant and former vice president of Kyambogo University, Ms. Claire Namara, 25, following her participation in an anti-corruption demonstration at Rubaga Cathedral Church on July 28.
Ms. Namara, who previously served as the 17th vice president of the Kyambogo University guild, stood in solidarity with fellow protesters, highlighting the issue of corruption within parliament.
A photo shared on various social media platforms captured Ms. Namara displaying a placard with a strong message condemning corruption.
The group of young demonstrators had intended to visit different religious sites to raise awareness about corruption before transitioning back to physical protests the following week.
Ms. Namara’s arrest took place at Rubaga Cathedral, where she was peacefully advocating for the resignation of the parliament speaker, Ms. Anita Among, before being taken into custody.
Escalating Crackdown on Anti-Corruption Activists in Uganda
The young accountant was initially detained at the police post of Lubaga Cathedral and later transferred to the Old Kampala Police station, with plans for her court appearance underway.
Her arrest adds to the list of over 100 demonstrators apprehended during recent anti-corruption marches, with many facing charges and being remanded to Luzira prison.
Her detention coincides with the steadfast refusal of the embattled speaker, Ms. Anita Among, to step down despite mounting pressure from demonstrators.
Speaking at an event in Mitooma district, Ms. Among attributed the protests to foreign interference and asserted her determination to withstand the calls for her resignation.
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