The High Court in Masaka has postponed its decision on the Bukomansimbi North parliamentary election petition until Monday, November 16, Nile Post reported. This latest delay follows a previous schedule set for November 13, leaving candidates and their supporters in a state of anticipation. The legal proceedings stem from the general elections held on January 15, 2026, and have already seen an initial hearing date of November 9 cancelled. The court is now expected to finally pronounce its verdict on the matter next week.
Muhammad Kateregga, representing the Justice Forum party, filed the petition to contest the victory of Salim Kiseka, who belongs to the National Resistance Movement. According to Electoral Commission data cited by Nile Post, Kiseka secured 9,037 votes compared to Kateregga’s 7,100, resulting in a margin of 1,937 votes. The petitioner argues that the electoral process was compromised by various irregularities, seeking to have Kiseka’s win nullified and his own name declared as the rightful winner.
Kateregga’s legal team presented several allegations during the proceedings, including claims of ballot stuffing and voter intimidation. They also reported incidents of violence against campaign agents and the destruction of campaign vehicles. Furthermore, the petition questions the accuracy of results from specific polling stations, suggesting that recorded vote counts exceeded the number of registered voters in those areas. These claims form the basis of the challenge against the incumbent MP.
Salim Kiseka has consistently rejected these accusations, maintaining that his victory was legitimate and free from the alleged misconduct. During the court hearings, Kateregga’s lawyer, Asuman Basalirwa, attempted to force the Electoral Commission to release official Declaration of Results forms and other relevant materials. However, Justice Joyce Kavuma dismissed this application, citing the tight timeframe available for processing election petitions. Despite this setback, the petitioner’s team asserts they possess adequate evidence to support their case.