Mupaka Town Council Plans High Court Appeal Over Kamara Market Dispute, Accuses MP of Blocking Revenue Sources

Summary:

• Emmanuel Hafasha, Speaker of Mupaka Town Council, stated that they are dissatisfied with the ruling of the Chief Magistrate’s Court, which favored Hon. Kamara.

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KISORO: Authorities in Mupaka Town Council, Kisoro District, have expressed their intention to appeal to the High Court following a ruling in favor of Bufumbira North legislator, Hon. Kamara John Nizeyimana, in the ongoing dispute over Kamara Market.

Emmanuel Hafasha, Speaker of Mupaka Town Council, stated that they are dissatisfied with the ruling of the Chief Magistrate’s Court, which favored Hon. Kamara. As a result, preparations for an appeal are currently under consideration.

Hafasha revealed that due to conflicts within the town council, Mupaka currently lacks a tender, as Hon. Kamara has blocked all government revenue sources, significantly impacting the council’s finances. He added that the town council is working diligently to establish its own market.

CUE IN SPEAKER….ON APPEALING….RR//

Ndekezi Emmanuel, Mayor of Mupaka Town Council, noted that although they are not permitted to collect revenue from Kamara Market, businesses operating behind Kamara Market are still required to pay taxes.

CUE IN MAYOR…..ON TAX COLLECTION…..RR//

Meanwhile, in response to the possibility of an appeal, Hon. Kamara John Nizeyimana stated that while he is not eager to receive compensation as directed by the court ruling, he is prepared to defend his position once an appeal is filed.

Hon. Kamara urged residents to hold their elected councilors accountable, encouraging them to work for the benefit of the council rather than causing losses through legal disputes.

CUE IN KAMARA……RESPONDING……RR//

During a council meeting on Friday, Mupaka Town Council members criticized Mayor Ndekezi for sending letters to the district leadership on their behalf without their consent.

The councilors demanded that he withdraw a letter dated August 16, 2024, in which he expressed dissatisfaction with the administration of Mupaka Town Council and suggested that the council was not prepared for an appeal.