Former Busiro county MP dies amid election petition hearing
Former Ugandan MP Charles Matovu has died while his election petition against the current MP for Busiro South was still pending. His party leader, Bobi Wine, confirmed the death, which follows a recent court dismissal of Matovu's request to review electoral materials.
Why it matters
The death of a political figure involved in an active election dispute adds complexity to the ongoing legal challenges regarding electoral integrity in Uganda.
Former Member of Parliament for Busiro South, Charles Matovu, has died, National Unity Party (Nup) President Robert Kyagulanyi confirmed on Thursday evening.
‘’Just received very disturbing news concerning the abrupt passing of our brother, comrade and fellow leader, Hon. Charles Matovu, who served as Member of Parliament for Busiro South in the last Parliamentary term and had his victory robbed at gunpoint in the January election. Very shocking news! May God strengthen all of us.’’ Mr Kyagulanyi, alias Bobi Wine, said on his X platform.
He, however, did not disclose what caused his death or any known illness. He had served in the 11th Parliament and sought reelection in 2026.
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