Police have confirmed the arrest of two suspects linked to the recent break-in at the headquarters of the Bank of Uganda, as investigations into the theft of seven laptop computers continue.
According to spokesperson Kituuma Rusoke, the arrests were made on May 7, 2026 by intelligence teams following the incident, which occurred on May 4, 2026.
The suspects have been identified as Micheal Boaz Kule, 19, a resident of Wabigalo, and Ramadhan Kabulye, also known as Rhama, a resident of Nsambya Zone C, both in Kampala City.
“The suspects are currently in police custody, and two stolen laptops have since been recovered. They will be arraigned before court in due course,” Rusoke said.
The arrests come days after individuals gained unlawful entry into the central bank’s head office in Kampala and stole seven laptops in what authorities have described as a coordinated burglary now under joint security investigation.
The incident was first reported on Monday, May 4, 2026, when the Bank of Uganda confirmed that the breach occurred at its headquarters located at Plot 45, Kampala Road near City Square.
According to the institution, the intrusion is believed to have taken place overnight.
The central bank emphasized that it is working closely with security agencies to establish the full circumstances surrounding the break-in and ensure accountability.
Despite the breach, the Bank of Uganda reassured the public that its operations remain stable and unaffected.
“The BoU assures the public that its core operations and services remain fully functional and have not been disrupted by this incident,” the statement added.
Following the incident, security agencies mounted a large-scale response across central Kampala, sealing off several key buildings including Mutaasa Kafeero Plaza, Kalungi Plaza, and City House.
The coordinated operation was aimed at recovering suspected stolen items and identifying those involved.
This latest development comes amid heightened scrutiny of security within financial institutions in Uganda.
In late 2024, investigations into a major financial systems breach at the central bank led to multiple arrests across government departments, raising concerns about possible insider involvement in cyber-enabled theft cases.
The Bank of Uganda has also previously reported internal theft incidents, including cases involving cancelled currency stock and disciplinary action against staff, highlighting ongoing vulnerabilities in sensitive operational areas.
Investigations into the theft of the remaining laptops are ongoing.
