Police in eastern Uganda’s Buyende District are investigating a shocking domestic assault in which two women allegedly cut off their husband’s genitals, marking the fifth such incident in Buyende and Kamuli districts over the past four years.
The incident occurred in Butayunjwa B Village, Buyanja Sub-County, where Mr Robert Bebwa, 51, Vice Chairperson LC I of the village, was reportedly attacked by his two wives, Esther Naluvuma, 44, and Norah Nakayunja, 51.
Authorities say investigations are ongoing to determine the full circumstances of the assault.
Speaking from Kidera Health Centre IV, where he is receiving treatment, Bebwa said the attack followed accusations of infidelity.
‘This was a calculated move by my wives. They put aside their differences and attacked me, accusing me of cheating on them,’ he said on Wednesday.
According to Bebwa, the suspects used a sharp object, causing severe injuries and heavy bleeding. He admitted to an extramarital affair but expressed shock at the severity of the assault.
Bebwa also criticized his wife Nakayunja, saying he had married her out of sympathy after meeting her at a bar, a decision he now deeply regrets.
Medical staff at Kidera Health Centre IV said Bebwa’s injuries did not cause permanent nerve damage, and he is responding well, with a full recovery expected. Despite the attack, he expressed a desire to reconcile with his wives for the sake of their eleven children.
‘We have lived together for many years, and I cannot raise the children alone. Healing and reconciliation are important for their future,’ he said.
Busoga North Police spokesperson, Mr Samson Lubega, confirmed both women have been arrested and are in custody to aid investigations. He condemned domestic violence and urged couples to resolve disputes through lawful and peaceful channels, including police family units, community leaders, or accredited organizations.
Past incidents
The incident is the fifth reported case in Buyende and Kamuli districts in the past four years involving women allegedly mutilating their husbands’ genitals:
On June 6, 2025, A one Rehema allegedly mutilated her 60-year-old husband, Richard Masanka, in Busoigo Cell, Kamuli, after discovering he had a child outside their relationship.
On February 18, 2025, Kevin Nabirye cut off Mathias Bwamiki’s genitals over alleged infidelity and was later sentenced to 20 years for attempted murder. On June 10, 2024, Susan Namuganza allegedly mutilated Moses Kawubanya in Busana Village, Kamuli District, and is now serving a 15-year sentence.
In 2022, Madina Namuwaya allegedly mutilated her husband Abdallah Ibinga in Buyende District; he received treatment at Mulago Hospital, and the couple later reconciled and had two sets of twins.