YouTuber Shalom Kaweesi Released on Bail After a Week in Jail

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Renowned Ugandan YouTuber and content Creator  Shalom Kaweesi has finally secured bail after spending week behind bars.

On Tuesday, the Makindye Chief Magistrates’ Court granted Shalom bail in a cyber harassment case that has kept him in custody for days.

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YouTuber and content creator Shalom Kaweesi remanded to Luzira Prison

The court released him on a non-cash bond of Shs5 million. Each of his sureties was also bonded for a non-cash amount of Shs5 million.

Shalom was arrested and charged with cyber harassment following a complaint lodged by social media person and NRM party Mobiliser  Jennifer “Full Figure” Nakangubi.

After his arrest, he was remanded to Luzira Prison for a week as he awaited the hearing of his bail application.When he reappeared in court on Tuesday, the magistrate approved his request for temporary freedom.

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Shalom Kaweesi (courtesy photo)

Shalom is now expected to return to court on February 3 at 9:30 a.m. as the case continues.

Stay with us for more updates on this developing story.

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