Kayunga District witnessed a significant development as President Yoweri Kaguta Museveni’s planned visit to inaugurate the construction of the Kayonza-Kolas road was overshadowed by a heated land dispute.Â
The Resident District Commissioner (RDC) of Kayunga, Mariam Nalubega, intervened to address tensions between locals and landowner Penina Awori, ensuring the president’s visit would proceed peacefully. Â
The conflict erupted in Nabusanja Village, Kayonza Sub-County, where residents accused Penina Awori of illegally acquiring land they claim to have occupied for years. Matters escalated until State Minister for Lands, Dr. Sam Mayanja, stepped in to mediate. During a community meeting attended by Minister Mayanja, Presidential Aide Phiona Barungi, and local leaders, Penina Awori admitted to misunderstandings and agreed to reconcile with the affected residents. Â
Local leaders, including LC1 Chairperson Ssekanza Samuel and NRM Chairperson Kalangwa Moses, expressed relief but urged the minister to ensure that lasting solutions are implemented. Minister Mayanja directed the RDC and Presidential Aide to submit a report within 14 days, identifying eight individuals involved in the dispute, and warned against further land-grabbing. Â
The meeting concluded with calls for calm, as Penina Awori pledged cooperation, and authorities vowed to restore order. Â
