By Enock Katamba |Uncovered UGÂ
The High Court has dismissed an election petition filed by former Mawokota North MP Hillary Innocent Kiyaga, popularly known as Dr Hilderman, and upheld the election of incumbent legislator Amelia Anne Kyambadde.
In a judgement delivered on Friday, November 13, 2026, the court ruled that the presence of alterations on the Declaration of Results forms was not, by itself, proof that the election had been rigged.
The judge held that anyone challenging an election on grounds of fraud must establish that the changes were deliberately made to manipulate the results.
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Kiyaga had asked court to overturn Kyambadde’s victory in the January 15 parliamentary elections, arguing that some polling station results forms contained discrepancies and alterations that favoured his rival.
The petition raised questions about differences between copies of the Declaration of Results forms held by the petitioner and those submitted by the Electoral Commission.
Former Mpigi District returning officer Evarist Twinomujuni, who appeared as a witness, acknowledged that some forms had been altered but explained that the changes were intended to correct clerical errors.
Kyambadde rejected allegations of electoral manipulation, maintaining that she had no role in the handling or alteration of the election documents.
Electoral Commission results showed that Kyambadde secured 27,075 votes, defeating Kiyaga, who obtained 24,801.
In dismissing the petition, the court emphasised that discrepancies in election documents must be supported by evidence demonstrating deliberate interference before they can establish fraud.
The ruling allows Kyambadde to retain the Mawokota North parliamentary seat.
written by @enock katamba
- Enock Katamba is a Ugandan Journalist and Founder of Uncovered UG, an independent digital news platform covering Uganda and international developments. He reports on politics, national affairs, entertainment, sports, business, education and other stories of public interest.
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