South Sudanese trio charged over alleged casino fraud during roulette game in Uganda
Three South Sudanese nationals have been charged over allegations that they used fraudulent tricks during a roulette-machine game to obtain UGX8m in cash from Golden Tripod Casino.
Uganda.- Uganda has charged three South Sudanese nationals over allegations that they obtained UGX8m (US$2,155) through fraudulent tricks during a roulette-machine game at Golden Tripod Casino in Kampala.
According to a charge sheet reported by Daily Monitor, the alleged offence took place between July 31 and August 8, 2026, at the casino in Kampala Central Division. The accused are Yol Dheng Chour, Abiacko Dacko, and Ahon Mangok. The prosecution alleges that they committed the offence together with another person who remains at large.
The charge sheet alleges that the three, “by means of fraudulent tricks during a game on a roulette machine,” obtained UGX8m in cash from Golden Tripod Casino. The casino offers a range of games, including roulette, blackjack and slot machines.
The trio appeared before Magistrate Rophine Achayo at the Buganda Road Chief Magistrate’s Court in Kampala and denied a charge of jointly cheating, contrary to Section 287 of Uganda’s Penal Code Act, Cap 128. The report added that Daniel Kazibwe, alias Ragga Dee, was present in court as the complainant.
State prosecutor Hope Masawii told the court that investigations into the case had been completed and asked the court to set a hearing date. “Investigations in the matter are complete and we pray for a hearing date,” said Masawii.
The court adjourned the matter to August 31, 2026, for the hearing of the accused’s bail application. The allegations have not been proven in court, and the three accused have denied the charge.
