Kasambya MP David Kabanda Condemns Western Sanctions

Kasambya Member of Parliament, Hon. David Kabanda, has strongly criticized the recent sanctions imposed on Ugandan officials by Western countries, including the United States, following allegations of human rights abuses and torture by senior police officers. These accusations center around the mistreatment of opposition figures such as Hon. Francis Zaake.

Hon. Kabanda claims that the sanctions are part of a larger scheme orchestrated by Uganda’s opposition, led by Bobi Wine, in collaboration with what he describes as “enemies of Uganda and Africa.” He argues that these international measures are designed to weaken Uganda’s security forces and create instability as the country approaches the 2026 elections.

“The opposition groups want to use the enemies of Uganda & Africa to prepare violence during & after elections. All these sanctions against our able security officers are a tool by our enemies to scare the security forces from combating crime. Violence has no space on our soil,” Kabanda stated.

Kabanda views the sanctions as an attempt to undermine Uganda’s security apparatus, which he insists is essential for maintaining peace and stability during the electoral period. He emphasized the critical role of the security forces in preventing election-related violence.

The sanctions, recently imposed by the US State Department, are tied to allegations of torture and abuse, particularly against opposition members. However, Kabanda argues that these actions are politically motivated, aimed at discouraging Uganda’s security forces from effectively performing their duties.

As Uganda gears up for the 2026 elections, the debate surrounding these sanctions and their implications for the country’s political landscape is expected to intensify.