High Court Nullifies Kawempe North MP Election, Orders Fresh Poll Due to Voter Disenfranchisement
In a recent landmark ruling, the High Court has nullified the election of the Kawempe North Member of Parliament, citing significant irregularities that impacted the election’s integrity. Justice Namanya delivered the judgment, highlighting two primary reasons for the decision.
Most notably, the court found that 16,640 voters in the constituency, including the petitioner, Faridah Nambi, were disenfranchised. The judge stated that this disenfranchisement "substantially affected the result of the election." As a result, the court has ordered a fresh election to ensure a fair and transparent electoral process.
This ruling raises important questions about electoral integrity and the need for stricter measures to safeguard voters’ rights in Uganda. Details on the upcoming election date and potential implications for the constituency will follow as the case progresses.
