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Politics 13 October 2026

Court Dismisses Katabu's Election Challenge Against Kampala Mayor Uhuru as Time-Barred

The High Court has dismissed Moses Katabu's petition challenging Salim Uhuru's victory as Kampala Central Mayor, ruling the case was filed beyond the statutory 14-day deadline. The court's decision means the legal contest concludes without examining the election's merits. Source: https://www.monitor.co.ug/uganda/news/national/time-barred-court-dismisses-katabu-s-challenge-against-kampala-central-mayor-salim-uhuru-5630964

Source: Daily Monitor (Uganda)
  • election petition
  • kampala central mayor
  • salim uhuru

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The High Court has dismissed Moses Katabu's petition challenging Salim Uhuru's victory as Kampala Central Mayor, ruling the case was filed beyond the statutory 14-day deadline. The court's decision means the legal contest concludes without examining the election's merits. Source: https://www.monitor.co.ug/uganda/news/national/time-barred-court-dismisses-katabu-s-challenge-against-kampala-central-mayor-salim-uhuru-5630964

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