Political Analyst Ronald Leonard Egesa Reportedly Abducted By Armed Men In Kampala

Incident At Radio One Parking Raises Fresh Concerns Over Security Operatives And Freedom Of Expression

KAMPALA, UGANDA – Political analyst and strategist Ronald Leonard Egesa has reportedly been seized by armed men dressed in civilian clothes shortly after appearing on a political talk show on Akaboozi FM in Kampala.

According to reports by Radio One, the incident happened on Friday, November 13, 2026, at the station’s parking area, where unidentified men reportedly bundled Egesa into a white van commonly referred to as a drone before driving away.

The radio station raised the alarm through its social media platforms, calling on the Uganda Police Force and relevant authorities to establish his whereabouts.

Questions Over The Identity Of The Abductors

Although eyewitness accounts and media reports have described the suspected abductors as security operatives, their identities and institutional affiliation have not been independently established.

The circumstances surrounding Egesa’s disappearance have generated concern among sections of the public, particularly because the incident reportedly occurred shortly after his participation in a public political discussion.

At the time of reporting, there was no publicly verified official explanation from the police or military establishing whether Egesa had been arrested, where he was being held or the legal grounds for his reported detention.

Political Differences And The Muhoozi Question

There are growing questions about whether Egesa’s outspoken political positions and reported criticism of Gen. Muhoozi Kainerugaba, the Chief of Defence Forces, could have contributed to the incident.

However, the alleged connection between his political views and the reported seizure remains unverified. No official authority has established the motive behind the incident.

The development also raises questions about the safety of political commentators and citizens who openly express opinions about Uganda’s political and military leadership.

Calls For Transparency And Accountability

The immediate concern is establishing Egesa’s whereabouts, ensuring his safety and clarifying whether he is in lawful custody.

Uganda’s Constitution guarantees freedom of expression and protection against arbitrary arrest and detention. Any person taken into custody must be handled in accordance with the law and afforded the protections provided by the Constitution.

As the country awaits an official explanation, the authorities face renewed calls to account for the incident and provide answers to Egesa’s family, colleagues and the public.

Uganda Today will continue following the story as more information becomes available.