Ntare School Headteacher and Former Boss Arrested Over Shs110m Financial Loss

The Inspectorate of Government (IG) has taken stern action against corruption in the education sector following the arrest of Ntare School headteacher Saul Rwamporo and his predecessor, Jimmy Turyagenda. They were detained alongside former school typist Peace Kebirungi by the IG’s Mbarara Regional Office over allegations of abuse of office and causing a financial loss totaling Shs110,877,900 to the government.

According to investigators, the case stems from an elaborate scheme involving irregular payments of salaries, allowances, and retirement benefits to Kebirungi. The IG alleges that back in October 2015, Kebirungi presented a false university admission letter to secure study leave with pay. However, she reportedly absconded from duty while continuing to collect her government salary.

Investigators revealed that Kebirungi received continuous salary payouts between September 2015 and August 2024 despite failing to report for work. Both Rwamporo and Turyagenda are accused of actively concealing her prolonged absence, thereby allowing public funds to be continually misallocated. During this period, the administrators also allegedly authorised extra allowances paid from school fees to maintain the facade that she was still performing her official duties.

The corruption scheme allegedly progressed further when Kebirungi applied for early retirement in 2023. Despite her prolonged absence rendering her ineligible, Rwamporo reportedly forwarded the application. She officially retired in 2024, subsequently receiving terminal benefits including gratuity and monthly pension payments until investigations concluded in February 2026.

The Inspectorate reiterated its dedication to safeguarding public resources and ensuring strict accountability among public officers. Following their arrest, the three suspects were transferred to Kampala and are slated to face formal charges at the Anti-Corruption Court. Authorities remind the public that the suspects remain presumed innocent until proven guilty in a court of law.

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