The protests were reportedly being organised by a small section local leaders in Kisoro district where Kayihura comes from.

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Police authorities state that the section of local leaders didn't seek permission for the protests.

"Police have told the mobilisers to follow the right channels to air out their grievance," Deputy Police spokesperson Patrick Onyango told local media.

Security officers armed with anti-riot gear remain deployed in Kisoro town where the protests to "express dissatisfaction" were going to be help.