Final Ruling: Walukaga Mathias Disqualified from Parliamentary Contest by Court

Court Upholds Disqualification of Kadongo Kamu Star

Uganda's High Court has delivered a decisive blow to musician Mathias Walukaga's political ambitions, ruling him ineligible to contest for the Busiro East parliamentary seat due to invalid academic credentials. Justice Simon Peter M. Kinobe declared the verdict on December 21, 2025, ending a closely watched legal battle.

Expired Certificate Invalidates Candidacy

The judgment confirmed that Walukaga relied on an expired academic certificate during his nomination process, rendering his candidacy legally untenable. Justice Kinobe emphasized three key findings:

• Expired documents cannot validate electoral nominations
• The artist failed to meet minimum educational requirements
• The Electoral Commission properly enforced qualification standards

Precedent-Setting Ruling

In a notable decision, the court declined to award legal costs to either party, recognizing the case's significance in clarifying Uganda's electoral requirements. Justice Kinobe described the matter as "a critical public interest issue" requiring judicial resolution.

This ruling finalizes Walukaga's disqualification and establishes new legal clarity regarding academic prerequisites for political office seekers. Legal experts predict the judgment will influence future candidate vetting processes across Uganda's electoral landscape.