Uganda’s Consul General in Mombasa, Kenya, Ambassador Herbert Kiguli, has been sent to Luzira Prison facing charges of financial misconduct and abuse of office. The allegations center around a loss of Shs 494 million that reportedly occurred during the Covid-19 pandemic. Ambassador Kiguli, 49, pleaded not guilty to the charges when he appeared before Principal Magistrate Christopher Opit at the Anti-Corruption court on Monday. The specifics of the alleged financial loss were not detailed in the initial report. He was subsequently remanded, with further court dates to be announced. This case highlights ongoing efforts in Uganda to address corruption within its diplomatic corps. The case originates from events concerning the Ugandan Consulate in Mombasa, Kenya.