Court orders Muhoozi to file defence in Besigye hanging case (opens original article in a new tab)

The High Court in Kampala ordered Gen Muhoozi Kainerugaba to file his defense within seven days in an application by Dr Kizza Besigye, who accuses him of making threatening statements that prejudiced his fair trial. The court also directed other respondents to file responses by June 18, 2026.

• High Court in Kampala ordered Gen Muhoozi to file defense in Besigye's application.
• Besigye accuses Muhoozi of making threatening public statements that undermined his fair trial.
• Other respondents include military officers and the Attorney General, with responses due by June 18, 2026.