Summary:
- During the court appearance, Ahimbisibwe’s hopes for complete exoneration faced a setback when it became apparent that Doreen, the complainant, was absent, thereby preventing her testimony regarding the transaction.
KISORO: Kisoro Grade I Magistrate Court, Presided over by his Worship Asiimwe Bob Simplex on Monday evening granted bail in the form of Eight million non-cash to Owen Ahimbisibwe, the Chairman of the Kisoro District Forum for Democratic Change-Katonga faction accused of fraudulent activity.
The allegations stem from Ahimbisibwe purportedly selling a faulty laptop valued at Ugx 400,000 to Doreen Dusabe, who at the time served as the female councilor for Chahi sub-county. According to the prosecution, the incident occurred on 20th July 2023 in Kamonyi village, Kamonyi ward, Northern Division, Kisoro municipality. Allegedly, Ahimbisibwe accepted money from Doreen with the promise of providing her with a functioning laptop.
In addition to the court proceedings, our reporter learned from the plaintiff, Doreen Dusabe that Ahimbisibwe knowingly provided her with a malfunctioning laptop. Dusabe recounted her attempts to seek resolution from Ahimbisibwe, only to find no satisfactory resolution, prompting her to involve the authorities.
During the court appearance, Ahimbisibwe’s hopes for complete exoneration faced a setback when it became apparent that Doreen, the complainant, was absent, thereby preventing her testimony regarding the transaction. This unforeseen circumstance compelled the Magistrate to adjourn the proceedings to 31st May 2024. The conditions of bail were set at Eight million non-cash for Owen Ahimbisibwe and Three million non-cash for his surety, Mukwaya Jonathan.
However, Ahimbisibwe attributed the accusations to political motives.
