Justice Joseph Murangira (above in photo) of the Family Division of the High Court in Kampala has been cleared. Some complaints had been logged against him of abuse of office.
In a unanimous decision dated 5th March 2020, The JSC Chaired by Hon Justice Benjamin Kabito ruled” considering the complaint by Frank Kanduho, the defense on Record of Justice Dr. Murangira Joseph and the Conduct of the Complainant, we do not find a Premafacie case against Justice Murangira and accordingly dismiss the entire case.
Kanduho had alleged that the Judge had solicited a bribe, convicted his client and caused file disappearance.
The Full commission was satisfied with the submission of the defense on record. Justice Murangira was represented by Muwanda and Co. Advocates while Kanduho represented himself.
A source in the Judiciary said Murangira who is professional and loves his government has been fought by people trying to hinder his promotion. Justice Murangira has been a resident Judge of Mubende.
