A Ugandan court has sentenced Elizabeth Mbabazi to six months in prison for her role in an attempted bank fraud. The case involved a plot to steal 725 million Ugandan shillings (over RWF 280 million) from Stanbic Bank.
The judgment was delivered by the Buganda Court after authorities confirmed her involvement in the scheme.
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Fraud Scheme Targeted Kampala Bank Branch
Investigators revealed that the group targeted a branch of Stanbic Bank located at Acacia Mall in Kampala.
The suspects planned to withdraw more money than was available by using falsified documents. However, authorities uncovered the plan before any funds were stolen.
Use of Forged Documents and Impersonation
Court findings showed that Elizabeth Mbabazi used forged documents, including a fake identity card under the name Enid Kukunda.
She also took part in impersonation and attempted theft. These actions formed the basis of her conviction.
Admission of Guilt and Testimony
During the trial, Mbabazi admitted her role in the plot. She agreed to cooperate with investigators and provide testimony about the scheme.
She said Flower Njawuzi recruited her and promised her 10 million Ugandan shillings if the plan succeeded.
Mbabazi claimed she did not know the documents were forged, stating that she has limited reading skills.
Co-Accused Deny Charges as Trial Continues
Other suspects, including Faridah Kobusingye, Flower Njawuzi, and Joel Mucunguzi, denied the charges.
Their trial is still ongoing, with the next court hearing scheduled for April 13, 2026. Authorities continue to investigate the case as proceedings move forward.
