MUGABE R
Rukungiri Resident District Commissioner (RDC) Bruno Kikanshemeza has urged parents to prioritize writing wills to prevent family conflicts after their death.
He made the call today, Tuesday 4th September 2025, during a reconciliation meeting for the family of the late Vincent Nkwita, held in Ikondere Cell, Ibanda Parish, Nyarushanje Sub County, Rukungiri District.
The late Nkwita had 10 children — six sons and four daughters — who developed disagreements over property sharing, with the daughters complaining about being treated unfairly.
Bruno emphasized the need for openness when settling family disputes and encouraged parents to prepare wills to guide their children on property sharing and maintain peace after their passing.
Levita Twikirize, one of the daughters, said their disputes were sparked by being denied access to their father’s house and land.
Maria Agnes Tukamuhabwa, another daughter, said they protested being denied access to land and accused their brothers of destroying their gardens.
Benuis Tusiime Africa, the eldest son, said the disagreements stemmed from the sisters’ alleged desire to take full control of the property.
Sanyu James, a resident of the area, blamed the conflict on the girls’ selfishness, while Apunari Zinabwine, the family elder, accused the daughters of defying family decisions.
Bruno reconciled the family, ordered a final property-sharing agreement to be documented within one week, and instructed that any further disputes be resolved through court.
