opinion 25 April 2026 Daily Monitor (Uganda)
Peter Banura and Rajiv Ruparelia: The Cost of Living Without the Rule of Law
The chaotic environment in Uganda that protects influential figures from facing justice also leaves them vulnerable to unchecked threats. This harsh reality is exemplified by the fates of Peter Banura and Rajiv Ruparelia. Source: https://www.monitor.co.ug/uganda/oped/commentary/peter-banura-and-rajiv-ruparelia-sad-tale-of-the-price-of-lawlessness-5435664
In Uganda’s landscape of disorder, the powerful often evade accountability, but this same lawlessness exposes them to grave dangers. The stories of Peter Banura and Rajiv Ruparelia serve as stark reminders of this double-edged sword.
Banura and Ruparelia, prominent figures, highlight how the absence of strong legal protections can turn the tables on those who thrive in anarchy. What shields them from prosecution one day can strip away their safety the next.
This sad narrative underscores a critical truth: the very chaos that empowers the elite ultimately undermines their security, calling for a more orderly society.
Source: Daily Monitor (Uganda)