Mariam Fauzat Wangadya, Chairperson of the Uganda Human Rights Commission (UHRC), became emotional while testifying before COSASE on Thursday. She stated she was “pushed to the edge” by a prolonged and deliberate smear campaign targeting her. Wangadya recounted experiencing months of coordinated efforts to damage her reputation, though specific details of the campaign weren’t immediately available. The hearing with COSASE suggests a deeper inquiry into allegations surrounding Wangadya and the UHRC. Her distress highlights the pressures faced by public officials in Uganda. This incident raises concerns about potential political interference and attacks on independent institutions. The situation is developing and further details are expected from COSASE’s ongoing investigation.