KCCA Establishes CID Department at City Hall to Tackle Corruption

There has been widespread public outcry regarding the high levels of corruption at the Kampala Capital City Authority (KCCA) City Hall. In response, the Authority has reestablished its Crime Investigations Department (CID) to address the issue.

Daniel Muhumuza NuwaAbine, the interim spokesperson for KCCA, acknowledged the public’s concerns, stating that the Authority recognizes the seriousness of the corruption allegations and is committed to addressing the challenges raised by the public.

NuwaAbine explained that the CID had previously existed but was removed by past leadership. However, it has now been reinstated, with the department being led by Richard Mugwisagye, a senior police officer holding the rank of Assistant Commissioner of Police. 

NuwaAbine emphasized that KCCA had requested the police to assign someone to handle investigations to ensure an independent person would verify the allegations.

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Due to financial constraints at KCCA, NuwaAbine revealed that the CID head would not receive a salary but would instead be compensated with allowances from KCCA’s administrative budget.

Frank Rusa Nyakaana, the Acting Executive Director of KCCA, speaking to journalists last month, addressed the numerous complaints KCCA has received about corruption within the Authority. 

Rusa vowed to take a firm stand against corruption by setting up a committee for rewards and sanctions, which would reward well-performing employees and penalize those involved in corruption or unethical practices at City Hall.

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Rusa also mentioned that, as part of the fight against corruption, KCCA will collaborate with the Office of the Inspector General of Government (IGG) and will soon open a whistleblower window where individuals can report and investigate any allegations of corruption.

Richard Mugwisagye, who has been appointed to lead the CID, previously worked as the head of Political Crimes at Kibuli.