MUGABE R
The Resident District Commissioner (RDC) for Rukungiri, Buroni Kikanshemeza, has urged Local Council (LC) Chairpersons and supporting civil servants to rely on truth and fairness when managing community disagreements, warning against accepting bribes that fuel conflicts.
The call was made today during a reconciliation meeting held for families of Nyamijumbi Yonia in Rushebeya Cell and Benon Muntegire in Kabaranga Cell, both located in Murama Parish, Nyakishenyi Sub County.
RDC Kikanshemeza attributed persistent domestic violence and community tensions to biased local leaders who undermine public trust by accepting bribes and issuing false documents.
Kyaresire Benia, LC1 Chairperson of Rushebeya Cell, said the disagreements stem from confusion among locals who bypass lower councils to approach the District and Courts directly.
Bashaija John, former LC1 Chairperson of Rushebeya Cell, blamed stubborn residents who ignore local leadership directives and escalate matters unnecessarily.
Residents, including Natukunda James and Ngabirano James, pointed to land grabbers as a major factor behind the unclear disputes.
The RDC urged all stakeholders to embrace honesty and transparency to prevent further escalation of conflicts and domestic violence in the district.
