The treason trial involving Dr Kizza Besigye has taken another turn after a prosecution witness described an alleged meeting in Athens, Greece, where discussions reportedly focused on Uganda’s Air Force.Andrew Wilson, also known as Wilson Orlando, told the High Court that the meeting took place on September 29, 2024. According to his testimony, participants discussed possible ways of dealing with military aircraft operating around Nakasongola.Wilson alleged that Besigye asked where air-defence missiles could be obtained. The witness said he refused to provide information about acquiring the weapons, describing the discussion as a serious concern.
He further told court that the idea of poisoning Air Force pilots was later raised as an alternative to using missiles. Importantly, Wilson said he himself suggested the poisoning option, rather than attributing that proposal to Besigye.The witness’s testimony was supported in part by an audio recording said to have been made during the Athens meeting. However, some portions of the recording were reportedly difficult to hear, requiring Wilson to explain what he believed was being discussed.Prosecutors are presenting the testimony as part of their case concerning alleged efforts to overthrow President Yoweri Museveni’s government.The defence will have an opportunity to challenge Wilson’s evidence and question his account of the alleged meeting.The allegations remain unproven claims before court, and the trial will determine how much weight should be given to the witness’s testimony and the available evidence.
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