By Editorial,
The business community is expressing dissatisfaction with Uganda Revenue Authority and other border security officers, alleging their involvement in shielding smugglers along the Uganda-Rwanda border, particularly at Katuna in Kabale district.
Claiming continuous smuggling due to connivance with URA and security officers, the business community accuses them of accepting bribes to allow smuggled goods to cross into Uganda from Rwanda.
The community asserts that officers rarely take action against smugglers entering Uganda from Rwanda, contrasting with their apparent diligence when goods move in the opposite direction.
Mr. Bright Arineitwe and Samuel Sserwanga, concerned businessmen and Chairperson of Clearing Agents at Katuna, Kyanika, and Mirama Hills borders, call for higher authorities to intervene in the matter.
Mr. Samwel speaking…..
Mr. Ronald Bakak, the Kabale Deputy RDC, acknowledges the reported involvement of URA and security officers in smuggling and assured ongoing investigations. Mr. Bakak speaking…
He emphasizes that officers risk arrest and prosecution for causing financial loss to the government. END.
