news 2 April 2026 Daily Monitor (Uganda)
Katanga Murder Trial: Prosecution Submits Loan Receipts to Counter Defence Claims
In the High Court trial of Molly Katanga for her husband Henry Katanga's murder, prosecutors presented loan repayment receipts totaling over Shs159 million to refute her claims of his financial stress from unpaid debts. The evidence, including a payment on the eve of his death, was admitted after initial defence objections. Source: https://www.monitor.co.ug/uganda/news/national/prosecution-tenders-loan-receipts-in-katanga-trial-5411438
The prosecution in the ongoing murder trial of Molly Katanga has introduced loan repayment receipts before Justice Rosette Comfort Kania at the High Court in Kampala. Chief State Attorney Jonathan Muwaganya used the documents during cross-examination to challenge Molly’s testimony that her late husband, Henry Katanga, suffered severe stress from unpaid loans in his money-lending business.
Molly had testified that businessman Apollo Nyegamehe, alias Aponye, died owing Henry Katanga Shs1.5 billion, exacerbating his depression. The State countered that the actual loan was Shs1 billion, disbursed in instalments, and highlighted repayments via Aponye Uganda Limited—even after Aponye’s death—including one on November 1, 2023, just before Henry Katanga’s death on November 2.
The defence, led by Kampala Associated Advocates, initially objected to the receipts for lack of prior disclosure but withdrew the objection after consulting Molly. Lawyer Elison Karuhanga noted the documents lacked a full repayment schedule.
Prosecutors also questioned Molly’s claims of her husband’s mental breakdown and possible suicide, pointing out her lack of medical qualifications. The cross-examination continues as the State scrutinizes the defence narrative.
Molly faces murder charges alongside daughters Patricia Kakwanzi and Martha Nkwazi Katanga, charged with destroying evidence and being accessories. Co-accused include Charles Otai and George Amanyire.
Source: Daily Monitor (Uganda)