Kiryandongo district service commission accused of selling jobs

Kiryandongo: The Kiryandongo District Service Commission is under scrutiny after accusations surfaced that it has been selling government job opportunities.

Rebecca Nalwanga, an unsuccessful job applicant, disclosed her experience during an exclusive interview on Thursday, November 7, 2024, alleging that she was asked to pay for a job position.

Nalwanga explained that she applied for an enrolled nurse position advertised last year and was subsequently shortlisted.

Nalwanga claims that Severino Kaheru, a member of the Kiryandongo Service Commission, demanded two million shillings from her as a payment to secure the job. With hopes of securing employment, she borrowed the money and paid Kaheru, only to be disappointed when she was not given the job as promised.

Following the loss, Nalwanga has faced significant financial distress, revealing that she was forced to sell her land to repay the loan, which had grown from two million to four million shillings due to interest.

She is now appealing to the government for intervention seeking either a refund, job placement, or legal action against Kaheru for alleged corruption in the hiring process.

Nalwanga’s case has brought attention to broader concerns about potential corruption within the Kiryandongo Service Commission, prompting calls for accountability and investigations.

Severino Kaheru, a member of the Kiryandongo District Service Commission, has admitted to accepting two million shillings from Rebecca Nalwanga, an applicant for an enrolled nurse position.

He claims that Nalwanga willingly gave him the money, believing it would secure her a job. He explained that he accepted the payment with the intention of recommending her, but other commission members allegedly refused her application due to a lack of qualifications.

Kaheru also stated that he has refunded 500,000 shillings and pledged to repay the remaining 1.5 million shilling when he sells his coffee harvest.

Martin Jacan Gwokto, the district’s chief administrative officer, condemned such actions, advising Nalwanga to officially report the incident to the service commission, which would allow his office to take formal action.

Samuel Mbabazi, the Assistant Resident District Commissioner (RDC) of Kiryandongo, acknowledged similar complaints against commission members for allegedly extorting money from job seekers.

He confirmed that an investigation is underway and promised to hold the responsible individuals accountable.

This case highlights significant issues within the Kiryandongo Service Commission, sparking concerns about corruption and fairness in the recruitment process.

The government’s response may be crucial in addressing these allegations and restoring public trust.

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