Within the Democratic Republic of Congo, strain is mounting on Justice Minister Fixed Mutamba after explosive allegations over a multi-million dollar no-repeat contract and suspicious fund transfers.
On Tuesday, lawmakers grilled the Attorney Traditional for six hours and Mutamba for five. The point of curiosity: a $29 million deal awarded with out opponents, and a $19 million price to Zion Construction—wired fully at some point after the firm opened its checking anecdote.
The funds didn’t arrive from the tell treasury, however from FRIVAO, the agency managing $325 million in war reparations from Uganda. That agency falls under Mutamba’s tell authority. Defending himself, the minister admitted to “errors” and asked for forgiveness—however claimed he’s the target of political revenge.
He also blamed tensions with High Minister Judith Suminwa for a toxic work native climate. Lawmakers reveal the accusations are serious, and the judiciary must quiet be allowed to behave. Mutamba’s future in government now hangs in the balance.
