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The Archbishop called for a review of police operations, emphasizing that brutality is uncalled for and urging security agencies to adopt peaceful and professional crowd control measures
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Kampala
The Archbishop of the Church of Uganda, Dr. Samuel Kaziimba, has expressed deep concern over the brutality and excessive force used by security forces against civilians during the ongoing Kawempe North by-election campaigns. Speaking during an Ash Wednesday Holy Communion Service held at Parliament, Archbishop Kaziimba urged Ugandans to refrain from provoking security forces to prevent further escalation of violence. However, he also criticized the excessive force employed by law enforcement, arguing that even cows in the United States are treated better than humans in Uganda.
"These days, I see people provoking police and security. But also, security should learn to handle people well because sometimes it is too much. Even cows are not beaten like that," Kaziimba lamented.
Kazimba asked security angencies to treat people well
Drawing from his experience in Texas, USA, the Archbishop narrated how American cowboys play music for cows during milking to keep them calm, emphasizing the need for humane treatment of both animals and human beings. "I was in America, and these cowboys in Texas were milking cows while playing music for them. When I asked why, they told me that music helps cows release more milk. Even a cow needs to be handled with care. So how about human beings?" Kaziimba questioned.
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His remarks come amid growing concerns over political violence in Kawempe North, where reports of clashes between security forces and opposition supporters have surfaced.
The Archbishop called for a review of police operations, emphasizing that brutality is uncalled for and urging security agencies to adopt peaceful and professional crowd control measures.
With the by-election set for March 13, 2025, tensions remain high in the constituency, and religious leaders, including Kaziimba, are calling for peaceful campaigns and respect for human dignity from both civilians and security forces.
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