By Frank Kamuntu
The State House Anti Corruption Unit yesterday arraigned tycoon and land baron Francis Kahwa before the Magistrates Court, Buliisa district on charges of forgery & uttering false documents, making false declarations to various government entities in a bid to grab prime public land measuring 500 acres in Butiaba.
He was remanded until 20/08/2024.
Further investigations are ongoing into similar allegations about how he acquired the huge chunks of land in Bunyoro region. Court was packed with victims of his actions most of whom thought he would never face the law.Â
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Land grabbing in Uganda is a significant and ongoing issue, characterized by a range of problems involving large-scale acquisitions of land, often to the detriment of local communities. Key aspects of the issue include:
- Expropriation of Land: There have been numerous instances where land is forcibly acquired from local communities for commercial purposes, such as agriculture, mining, and real estate development. This often happens without fair compensation or adequate consultation with the affected communities.
- Legal and Regulatory Challenges: The legal framework governing land in Uganda can be complex and is often criticized for being weak or poorly enforced. Issues include unclear land tenure systems, disputes over land ownership, and inadequate protection for customary land rights, which are often not officially recognized.
- Corruption and Abuse of Power: Corruption within local and national governments can exacerbate land-grabbing issues. Cases have emerged where officials and powerful individuals exploit their positions to illegally acquire land or facilitate its acquisition by others.
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