Court grants Muhwezi's challenger leave to withdra

The High Court in Rukungiri, Uganda, has allowed Fred Turyamuhweza Tumuheirwe to withdraw his election petition against Maj. Gen. Jim Katugugu Muhwezi. The court also ordered the petitioner to pay costs to the Electoral Commission.
Why it matters
The withdrawal of this petition settles a local political dispute, confirming the election results for the Rujumbura County parliamentary seat.
Politics: Court grants Muhwezi's challenger leave to withdra
The article is a straightforward report on a court proceeding.
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