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Africa-Press – Uganda. <\/strong><\/span>At least 23 Congolese nationals have been remanded by a court in Uganda after their arrest on August 23, 2023.<\/p>\n

The suspects were detained following an operation in Buwama and Mpigi Townships in central Uganda.<\/p>\n

On Friday, they appeared in the dock at the Mpigi Magistrates Court on allegations of illegally entering into the neighbouring East African country.<\/p>\n

Amidst tight security, court presided by Magistrate Fatimah Nabirye charged them with illegal entry according to the Citizenship and Migration Control (Amendment) Act 2009.<\/p>\n

All suspects \u201320 men, 2 women and a baby, pleaded not guilty but Nabirye remanded them to Mpigi Government Prison until September 5 when they will appear for judgment.<\/p>\n

The exact age of the baby was not immediately disclosed.<\/p>\n

According to records before court, \u201cthe Congolese were arrested while looking for employment without valid work permits.\u201d<\/p>\n

For More News And Analysis About Uganda<\/a> Follow Africa-Press<\/a><\/strong><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

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