Dr. Kizza Besigye calls for investigation after Uganda House torched in Nairobi protests

Summary:

• Uganda House in Nairobi was torched during protests, prompting calls for investigation by opposition leader Kizza Besigye amid concerns of possible political motives. Uganda’s Foreign Affairs Ministry urges calm and promises a thorough probe into the incident, which also saw other buildings ablaze in the city.

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Violence erupted in Nairobi’s Central Business District as protests turned destructive, with Uganda House among the buildings set ablaze. Kizza Besigye, a prominent Ugandan Opposition leader, has called for a thorough investigation into the incident, suggesting ulterior motives behind targeting the state-owned building.

“Questions should be asked: Why Uganda House?” Besigye queried, hinting at potential financial implications and political motivations. The building, recently renovated and set for reopening, suffered extensive damage but fortunately, no casualties were reported among the Consular staff who had vacated for renovations.

In response, Vincent Waiswa, Permanent Secretary of Uganda’s Ministry of Foreign Affairs, urged calm and emphasized the need for comprehensive investigations before drawing conclusions. He reaffirmed Uganda’s commitment to bilateral relations with Kenya despite the incident, condemning the destruction while commending the Nairobi Fire Department’s swift response.

The protests, which also saw the Sunbeam shopping centre ablaze, have sparked concerns over the escalation of tensions and the broader implications for regional relations.

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