Espionage probe: Uganda detains top academic

The Ugandan security forces are holding the Vice-Chancellor of the privately owned Victoria University over allegations of espionage and illegally staying in the country.

The Country’s Army spokesperson, Brigadier General Flavia Byekwaso stated this on Tuesday, stressing that investigations are ongoing.

Dr Lawrence Muganga, who is of Rwandan descent, was picked up by plain-clothed officers from his office in Uganda’s capital, Kampala, on Thursday afternoon.

It is unclear whether his arrest is linked to Rwanda, which neighbours Uganda.

Relations between the two countries are sometimes tense – with accusations of interference in each other’s affairs.

BBC/Mercy Chukwudiebere