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'''Daudi Balondemu''' is a [[Uganda|Ugandan]] [[Lawyers|lawyer]]<ref>{{Cite web|last=Kazibwe|first=Kenneth|date=2023-10-20|title=City lawyer Balondemu ~~recognized for his professional achievements~~|url=https://nilepost.co.ug/news/175329/city-lawyer-balondemu-~~recognized~~-~~for~~-~~his~~-~~professional~~-~~achievements~~|access-date=2024-12-09|website=Nilepost News|language=en}}</ref>, chairperson of the ''[[Kampala District Land Board]]''<ref>{{Cite web|last=Independent|first=The|date=2024-10-16|title=Kampala Land Board Chairperson David Balondemu ~~overseeing key urban developments~~|url=https://www.independent.co.ug/kampala-land-board-chairperson-david-balondemu-~~overseeing-key~~-~~urban~~-~~developments~~/|access-date=2024-12-09|website=The Independent Uganda|language=en-US}}</ref>, and Vice Chairman of the [[w:Federation_of_Uganda_Football_Associations|FUFA]] Discipline Committee<ref>{{Cite web|last=FUFA|date=2011-12-08|title=New Members named on FUFA Judicial Bodies|url=https://www.fufa.co.ug/new-members-named-on-fufa-judicial-bodies/|access-date=2024-12-09|website=FUFA: Federation of Uganda Football Associations|language=en-US}}</ref>~~. He is widely respected for his contributions to the legal field and his roles in public service.~~

'''Daudi Balondemu''' is a [[Uganda|Ugandan]] [[Lawyers|lawyer]]<ref name=":0">{{Cite web|last=Kazibwe|first=Kenneth|date=2023-10-20|title=City lawyer Balondemu charged with conning Korean national shs2.2bn in bogus gold deal, remanded to Luzira|url=https://nilepost.co.ug/news/175329/city-lawyer-balondemu-charged-with-conning-korean-national-shs2-2bn-in-bogus-gold-deal-remanded-to-luzira|access-date=2024-12-09|website=Nilepost News|language=en}}</ref>, chairperson of the ''Kampala District Land Board''<ref>{{Cite web|last=Independent|first=The|date=2024-10-16|title=Kampala Land Board Chairperson David Balondemu remanded over forgery|url=https://www.independent.co.ug/kampala-land-board-chairperson-david-balondemu-remanded-over-forgery/|access-date=2024-12-09|website=The Independent Uganda:|language=en-US}}</ref> and Vice Chairman of the [[w:Federation_of_Uganda_Football_Associations|FUFA]] Discipline Committee.<ref name=":1">{{Cite web|date=2024-10-15|title=Kampala land boss Balondemu remanded over forgery|url=https://www.monitor.co.ug/uganda/news/national/kampala-land-boss-balondemu-remanded-over-forgery--4794798|access-date=2024-12-09|website=Monitor|language=en}}</ref><ref>{{Cite web|last=Correspondent|first=Henry Jjemba {{!}} PML Daily|date=2024-10-24|title=Land boss David Balondemu granted bail in forgery case - PML Daily|url=https://www.pmldaily.com/news/2024/10/land-boss-david-balondemu-granted-bail-in-forgery-case.html|access-date=2024-12-09|language=en-US}}</ref><ref>{{Cite web|last=FUFA|date=2011-12-08|title=New Members named on FUFA Judicial Bodies|url=https://www.fufa.co.ug/new-members-named-on-fufa-judicial-bodies/|access-date=2024-12-09|website=FUFA: Federation of Uganda Football Associations|language=en-US}}</ref>

=~~=Career==~~

{{Infobox person

~~''Balondemu'' is a lawyer affiliated with '''''Balon Advocates''''' and '''''Bloom Advocates'''''<ref>~~{{~~Cite web~~|~~last~~=~~NTVUganda~~|~~title~~=~~David~~ Balondemu ~~highlights success in his legal career~~|~~date~~=~~2023-10-20~~|~~url~~=~~https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=tGALoH_cg_U~~|~~access-date~~=~~2024-12-09}}</ref>. As chairperson of the ''Kampala District Land Board''<ref>{{Cite web~~|~~last~~=~~NTVUganda~~|~~title~~=~~David Balondemu highlights success in his legal career~~|~~date=2023-10-20~~|~~url~~=~~https~~:~~//www.youtube.com/watch?v=tGALoH_cg_U~~|~~access-date=2024-12-09~~}}~~</ref>, he oversees land allocation and management in the capital city, playing a key role in urban development. He is known for his strategic leadership and effective management.~~

| name = {{PAGENAME}}

| image = Daudi Balondemu.jpg

| caption = Photo of Daudi Balondemu.

| birth_date = September 03, 1971

| birth_place = [[Uganda]]

| nationality = [[Ugandan]]

| occupation = Lawyer

| employer = [[w:Federation of Uganda Football Associations|Federation of Uganda Football Associations]]

| title = Chairperson of [[w:Kampala District|Kampala District Land Board]]

}}

==~~Contributions~~==

== Career ==

''Balondemu'' ~~has been recognized for his significant contributions to both~~ the ~~legal~~ and ~~public administration sectors~~ in ~~Uganda~~. His ~~leadership~~ has been ~~instrumental in advancing various urban development initiatives, supporting local~~ and ~~international businesses, and ensuring compliance with regulatory frameworks~~.

''Balondemu'' is a lawyer affiliated with '''''Balon Advocates''''' and '''''Bloom Advocates'''''<ref>{{Citation|last=NTVUganda|title=David Balondemu allegedly involved in fake gold scam|date=2023-10-20|url=https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=tGALoH_cg_U|access-date=2024-12-09}}</ref>. As chairperson of the ''Kampala District Land Board''<ref name=":1" />, he oversees land allocation and management in the capital city. His position has been scrutinized due to allegations of fraudulent land allocations and the misuse of board resolutions.<ref name=":0" />

==References==

== Criticism ==

''Balondemu'' has faced numerous criminal charges. These include allegations of defrauding local and international companies and forging official documents. Some key accusations are:

[[Category:~~Ugandan peoples]]~~

~~[[Category:Ugandan lawyers~~]]

* In 2023, he was accused of defrauding a Korean investor of UGX 2.2 billion in a fake gold transaction.<ref>{{Cite web|title=Lawyer Balondemu to be charged over fresh fraud allegations|url=https://www.newvision.co.ug/category/news/lawyer-balondemu-to-be-charged-over-fresh-fra-NV_197773|access-date=2024-12-09|website=New Vision|language=en}}</ref>

* He allegedly defrauded a Turkish construction company of UGX 14 billion by promising fake contracts.<ref>{{Cite web|date=2024-10-19|title=Injustice Most Foul: Shame as New Forgery Charges Against Dr. Balondemu Were Committed While He was Rotting Away in Police Cells|url=https://theinvestigatornews.com/2024/10/injustice-most-foul-shame-as-new-forgery-charges-launched-against-dr-david-balondemu-by-dpp-and-shacu-were-committed-while-he-was-away-in-police-cells/|access-date=2024-12-09|website=The Investigator News|language=en-US}}</ref><ref>{{Cite web|title=DPP Reinstates Fraud Charges Against Kampala District Land Board Chairperson :|url=https://ugandaradionetwork.net/story/dpp-reinstates-fraud-charges-against-kampala-district-land-board-chairperson-|access-date=2024-12-09|website=Uganda Radionetwork|language=en}}</ref>

* Investigations by the State House Anti-Corruption Unit (SHACU) revealed fraudulent activities amounting to over UGX 41 billion involving multiple international companies.<ref>{{Cite web|date=2024-10-18|title=Did Balondemu David forge medical documents for his bail application while in Prison?|url=https://www.thekampalareport.com/latest/health/2024101842796/did-balondemu-david-forge-medical-documents-for-his-bail-application-while-in-prison.html|access-date=2024-12-09|website=The Kampala Report|language=en-US}}</ref>

In 2024, Balondemu was charged with forging medical documents to obtain bail, including falsified prescriptions and hospital records.

=== Bail and Controversies ===

Balondemu was granted bail in October 2024 under conditions that included surrendering his passport and restrictions on international travel.<ref>{{Cite web|date=2024-10-24|title=Forgery case: Land boss Balondemu granted bail|url=https://www.monitor.co.ug/uganda/news/national/forgery-case-land-boss-balondemu-granted-bail-4801348|access-date=2024-12-09|website=Monitor|language=en}}</ref><ref>{{Cite web|last=Namakumbi|first=Josephine|date=2024-10-15|title=Balondemu: Kampala Land Board Chair Remanded to Luzira|url=https://publish.nilepost.co.ug/david-balondemu/221575/balondemu-kampala-land-board-chair-remanded-to-luzira|access-date=2024-12-09|website=Nilepost News|language=en}}</ref> Despite facing multiple warrants and accusations, some charges have been dropped due to insufficient evidence. Public scrutiny and investigations are ongoing.<ref>{{Cite web|date=2024-12-08|title=Kampala City Land Board chairperson remanded over fraud and forgery charges|url=https://tmafrica.co.ug/news/kampala-city-land-board-chairperson-remanded-over-fraud-and-forgery-charges|access-date=2024-12-09|website=tmafrica.co.ug|language=en}}</ref>

== References ==

[[Category:Lawyers]]

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-'''Daudi Balondemu''' is a [[Uganda|Ugandan]] [[Lawyers|lawyer]]<ref>{{Cite web|last=Kazibwe|first=Kenneth|date=2023-10-20|title=City lawyer Balondemu recognized for his professional achievements|url=https://nilepost.co.ug/news/175329/city-lawyer-balondemu-recognized-for-his-professional-achievements|access-date=2024-12-09|website=Nilepost News|language=en}}</ref>, chairperson of the ''[[Kampala District Land Board]]''<ref>{{Cite web|last=Independent|first=The|date=2024-10-16|title=Kampala Land Board Chairperson David Balondemu overseeing key urban developments|url=https://www.independent.co.ug/kampala-land-board-chairperson-david-balondemu-overseeing-key-urban-developments/|access-date=2024-12-09|website=The Independent Uganda|language=en-US}}</ref>, and Vice Chairman of the [[w:Federation_of_Uganda_Football_Associations|FUFA]] Discipline Committee<ref>{{Cite web|last=FUFA|date=2011-12-08|title=New Members named on FUFA Judicial Bodies|url=https://www.fufa.co.ug/new-members-named-on-fufa-judicial-bodies/|access-date=2024-12-09|website=FUFA: Federation of Uganda Football Associations|language=en-US}}</ref>. He is widely respected for his contributions to the legal field and his roles in public service.
+'''Daudi Balondemu''' is a [[Uganda|Ugandan]] [[Lawyers|lawyer]]<ref name=":0">{{Cite web|last=Kazibwe|first=Kenneth|date=2023-10-20|title=City lawyer Balondemu charged with conning Korean national shs2.2bn in bogus gold deal, remanded to Luzira|url=https://nilepost.co.ug/news/175329/city-lawyer-balondemu-charged-with-conning-korean-national-shs2-2bn-in-bogus-gold-deal-remanded-to-luzira|access-date=2024-12-09|website=Nilepost News|language=en}}</ref>, chairperson of the ''Kampala District Land Board''<ref>{{Cite web|last=Independent|first=The|date=2024-10-16|title=Kampala Land Board Chairperson David Balondemu remanded over forgery|url=https://www.independent.co.ug/kampala-land-board-chairperson-david-balondemu-remanded-over-forgery/|access-date=2024-12-09|website=The Independent Uganda:|language=en-US}}</ref> and Vice Chairman of the [[w:Federation_of_Uganda_Football_Associations|FUFA]] Discipline Committee.<ref name=":1">{{Cite web|date=2024-10-15|title=Kampala land boss Balondemu remanded over forgery|url=https://www.monitor.co.ug/uganda/news/national/kampala-land-boss-balondemu-remanded-over-forgery--4794798|access-date=2024-12-09|website=Monitor|language=en}}</ref><ref>{{Cite web|last=Correspondent|first=Henry Jjemba {{!}} PML Daily|date=2024-10-24|title=Land boss David Balondemu granted bail in forgery case - PML Daily|url=https://www.pmldaily.com/news/2024/10/land-boss-david-balondemu-granted-bail-in-forgery-case.html|access-date=2024-12-09|language=en-US}}</ref><ref>{{Cite web|last=FUFA|date=2011-12-08|title=New Members named on FUFA Judicial Bodies|url=https://www.fufa.co.ug/new-members-named-on-fufa-judicial-bodies/|access-date=2024-12-09|website=FUFA: Federation of Uganda Football Associations|language=en-US}}</ref>
-==Career==
+{{Infobox person
-''Balondemu'' is a lawyer affiliated with '''''Balon Advocates''''' and '''''Bloom Advocates'''''<ref>{{Cite web|last=NTVUganda|title=David Balondemu highlights success in his legal career|date=2023-10-20|url=https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=tGALoH_cg_U|access-date=2024-12-09}}</ref>. As chairperson of the ''Kampala District Land Board''<ref>{{Cite web|last=NTVUganda|title=David Balondemu highlights success in his legal career|date=2023-10-20|url=https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=tGALoH_cg_U|access-date=2024-12-09}}</ref>, he oversees land allocation and management in the capital city, playing a key role in urban development. He is known for his strategic leadership and effective management.
+| name               = {{PAGENAME}}
+| image              = Daudi Balondemu.jpg
+| caption            = Photo of Daudi Balondemu.
+| birth_date         = September 03, 1971
+| birth_place        = [[Uganda]]
+| nationality        = [[Ugandan]]
+| occupation         = Lawyer
+| employer           = [[w:Federation of Uganda Football Associations|Federation of Uganda Football Associations]]
+| title              = Chairperson of [[w:Kampala District|Kampala District Land Board]]
+}}
-==Contributions==
+== Career ==
-''Balondemu'' has been recognized for his significant contributions to both the legal and public administration sectors in Uganda. His leadership has been instrumental in advancing various urban development initiatives, supporting local and international businesses, and ensuring compliance with regulatory frameworks.
+''Balondemu'' is a lawyer affiliated with '''''Balon Advocates''''' and '''''Bloom Advocates'''''<ref>{{Citation|last=NTVUganda|title=David Balondemu allegedly involved in fake gold scam|date=2023-10-20|url=https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=tGALoH_cg_U|access-date=2024-12-09}}</ref>. As chairperson of the ''Kampala District Land Board''<ref name=":1" />, he oversees land allocation and management in the capital city. His position has been scrutinized due to allegations of fraudulent land allocations and the misuse of board resolutions.<ref name=":0" />
-==References==
+== Criticism  ==
-<references />
+''Balondemu'' has faced numerous criminal charges. These include allegations of defrauding local and international companies and forging official documents. Some key accusations are:
-[[Category:Ugandan peoples]]
-[[Category:Ugandan lawyers]]
+* In 2023, he was accused of defrauding a Korean investor of UGX 2.2 billion in a fake gold transaction.<ref>{{Cite web|title=Lawyer Balondemu to be charged over fresh fraud allegations|url=https://www.newvision.co.ug/category/news/lawyer-balondemu-to-be-charged-over-fresh-fra-NV_197773|access-date=2024-12-09|website=New Vision|language=en}}</ref>
+* He allegedly defrauded a Turkish construction company of UGX 14 billion by promising fake contracts.<ref>{{Cite web|date=2024-10-19|title=Injustice Most Foul: Shame as New Forgery Charges Against Dr. Balondemu Were Committed While He was Rotting Away in Police Cells|url=https://theinvestigatornews.com/2024/10/injustice-most-foul-shame-as-new-forgery-charges-launched-against-dr-david-balondemu-by-dpp-and-shacu-were-committed-while-he-was-away-in-police-cells/|access-date=2024-12-09|website=The Investigator News|language=en-US}}</ref><ref>{{Cite web|title=DPP Reinstates Fraud Charges Against Kampala District Land Board Chairperson :|url=https://ugandaradionetwork.net/story/dpp-reinstates-fraud-charges-against-kampala-district-land-board-chairperson-|access-date=2024-12-09|website=Uganda Radionetwork|language=en}}</ref>
+* Investigations by the State House Anti-Corruption Unit (SHACU) revealed fraudulent activities amounting to over UGX 41 billion involving multiple international companies.<ref>{{Cite web|date=2024-10-18|title=Did Balondemu David forge medical documents for his bail application while in Prison?|url=https://www.thekampalareport.com/latest/health/2024101842796/did-balondemu-david-forge-medical-documents-for-his-bail-application-while-in-prison.html|access-date=2024-12-09|website=The Kampala Report|language=en-US}}</ref>
+In 2024, Balondemu was charged with forging medical documents to obtain bail, including falsified prescriptions and hospital records.
+=== Bail and Controversies ===
+Balondemu was granted bail in October 2024 under conditions that included surrendering his passport and restrictions on international travel.<ref>{{Cite web|date=2024-10-24|title=Forgery case: Land boss Balondemu granted bail|url=https://www.monitor.co.ug/uganda/news/national/forgery-case-land-boss-balondemu-granted-bail-4801348|access-date=2024-12-09|website=Monitor|language=en}}</ref><ref>{{Cite web|last=Namakumbi|first=Josephine|date=2024-10-15|title=Balondemu: Kampala Land Board Chair Remanded to Luzira|url=https://publish.nilepost.co.ug/david-balondemu/221575/balondemu-kampala-land-board-chair-remanded-to-luzira|access-date=2024-12-09|website=Nilepost News|language=en}}</ref> Despite facing multiple warrants and accusations, some charges have been dropped due to insufficient evidence. Public scrutiny and investigations are ongoing.<ref>{{Cite web|date=2024-12-08|title=Kampala City Land Board chairperson remanded over fraud and forgery charges|url=https://tmafrica.co.ug/news/kampala-city-land-board-chairperson-remanded-over-fraud-and-forgery-charges|access-date=2024-12-09|website=tmafrica.co.ug|language=en}}</ref>
+== References ==
+<references />
+[[Category:Lawyers]]