Uganda: AG to MPs - Asking for 'Handshake' Refund Is a Punishment

On Thursday last week, the committee on Commissions, Statutory Authorities and State Enterprises (COSASE) presented its report after a two-month investigation of the Shs 6 billion presidential handshake.

In its recommendations, the committee, chaired by Abdu Katuntu (Bugweri), demanded that the 42 government officials who benefitted from the bonus payment refund the money. OLIVE EYOTARU followed debate on the report and brings you excerpts from the proceedings.

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