Kampala, Uganda - The Uganda Revenue Authority (URA) has dismissed two of its senior officials following allegations of fraud and other misconduct, sources have confirmed.
Dismissals Take Effect Immediately
Asadu Kisitu Kigozi, who served as Commissioner for Customs, and James Abola, the Assistant Commissioner for Integrity, Compliance and Ethics, were relieved of their duties effective November 13, 2026. The decision marks one of the most significant internal crackdowns at the revenue body in recent years.
Details surrounding the specific nature of the fraud allegations remain limited, but officials familiar with the matter indicate that the dismissals followed an internal review of conduct and compliance breaches. The URA has not yet issued a public statement elaborating on the case.
Integrity Office Under Scrutiny
The removal of the head of the integrity and compliance office has raised eyebrows, given that the docket is tasked with upholding ethical standards within the authority. Analysts suggest the move signals a tougher stance on internal accountability at an institution critical to national revenue collection.
The development comes at a time when Uganda's tax body faces mounting pressure to improve transparency and efficiency. The URA has in the past pledged to weed out corrupt elements as part of broader reforms.
Further details are expected as investigations continue. This story will be updated as more information becomes available.
