Katanga Confided in Me About Threat to his Life – Nyangweso
Naume Nyangweso, Katanga's 65-year-old elder sister, took the stand, delivering an emotional testimony in which she described her brother as a peaceful man.
The prosecution has presented its ninth witness in the ongoing murder trial of businessman Henry Katanga, following a month-long cross-examination of Police Director of Forensics, Andrew Mubiru Kizimula.
Naume Nyangweso, Katanga's 65-year-old elder sister, took the stand, delivering an emotional testimony in which she described her brother as a peaceful man.
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However, Nyangweso revealed that on the morning of Katanga's death, he and his wife, Molly Katanga, had fought, following a history of domestic abuse and threats.
In her testimony to the High Court, Nyangweso recounted the events of November 2, 2023, when she received a phone call from the family's shamba boy, George Amanyiire, informing her about a fight between Katanga and Molly in their bedroom.
A later call from Amanyiire brought devastating news—Katanga had been killed, though Amanyiire provided no details, only saying he had been washing the car in the compound when the incident occurred.
Nyangweso further testified that her brother had confided in her about his suspicions regarding Molly’s activities.
Katanga believed that Molly had been trailing his vehicle, tapping his phones, and associating with a dangerous gang.
These suspicions and threats led him to abandon his usual vehicle, acquire a new SIM card, and entrust Nyangwesho with a safe containing vital documents such as land titles and business records.
"My brother, Henry Katanga, told me that Molly wanted to kill him," Nyangwesho told the court.
"I asked him why, and he said, 'Let’s meet next Thursday with my lawyer, and I’ll explain.' He also said, 'If people hate you, they shouldn’t benefit from your things.'"
Following Katanga's death, police arrested Molly Katanga, their two daughters, Martha Nkwanzi and Patricia Kakwanzi, along with Amanyiire and nursing officer Charles Otai, on charges of murder, evidence destruction, and being accessories to the crime.
After Nyangweso’s emotional testimony, the defence requested that the court present a list of the documents contained in the safe before she is cross-examined.
The High Court judge, Isaac Muwata, adjourned the case until October 8, 2024.
