Rubirizi Voters Outraged as MP Kesande Faces Assault Allegations
Rubirizi residents are demanding an apology from their Woman Member of Parliament, Kesande Grace Bataringaya, following her involvement in a physical altercation with her younger sister, Christine Charity, during a heated family argument. The incident has left many voters disappointed, questioning how an elected representative could engage in such behavior, tarnishing the district's image. "We expect our leaders to set an example, not to be involved in such shameful acts," said John Tumusiime, a resident of Rubirizi. "How can she represent us in Parliament if she can't even handle her own family matters with dignity?" Kesande, who secured her second term in the 2021 elections with 28,667 votes, defeating her rival Judith Amanya who garnered 19,474 votes, is now under scrutiny not just for her political record, but for her actions in this personal dispute. The altercation reportedly took place […]