The Attorney General, Hon. Kiryowa Kiwanuka says social media plays role in misleading investigations which has seen suspects go free.

The Attorney General who appeared before the Human Rights Committee on Thursday, 17 March 2022 said that social media has become the “actual truth”.
“It is becoming very difficult to prosecute or even investigate cases. Today, every Ugandan has become an investigator and a master of knowledge. There are processes that are undertaken and if we can keep quiet and let the processes go ahead, then we shall get the true results,” he said.

He added that there could soon be trial by social media where an individual is tried and convicted by an online following without a fair hearing.
“Article 212 of the Constitution has clearly outlined who should do this job of investigation. Let them do their job and let the process go as it should. That said, Government of Uganda does not condone torture,” he added.

Kiryowa Kiwanuka added that government is working to carry out civic education.
“Government is investing a lot in educating the citizens and the security operatives of our obligations. If a person violates these obligations, he must be brought to book. How do we bring them to book? Do we have a mob justice?” he asked.