For months, former Ministry of Works and Transport Principal Road Safety Officer Ronald Amanyire has positioned himself as a voice against corruption and mismanagement in government, using social media to challenge public officials, question institutional decisions and accuse former colleagues of protecting wrongdoing.His online campaign has increasingly drawn attention to the Ministry of Works and Transport, with senior officials, former workmates and even Parliament’s Committee on Physical Infrastructure, chaired by Hon. Mwine Mpaka, coming under his criticism.Amanyire has questioned the integrity and professionalism of officials in the transport sector, accusing some of being compromised and failing to act in the public interest.But while his accusations have generated debate, an examination of his own record in public service reveals unanswered questions that date back several years, including findings contained in an October 2018 investigation by the Inspectorate of Government (IGG).The investigation examined the management of the government’s mandatory motor vehicle inspection services contract with Société Générale de Surveillance (SGS), in which Amanyire served as a member of the Contract Management Team.Among the issues investigated was Amanyire’s November 2016 trip to South Africa after receiving an invitation from Workshop Electronics (Pty) Ltd, a company associated with the vehicle inspection equipment used under the government contract.According to the IGG report, a letter dated November 2, 2016, invited Amanyire to visit the company’s factory in South Africa and offered to meet his travel, accommodation and meal expenses.Amanyire admitted travelling to South Africa but told investigators that the trip was private and related to fertility treatment. He denied visiting the factory, explaining that he had used the invitation letter to facilitate his visa application.However, the IGG established that he had travelled without obtaining permission from the Ministry’s Accounting Officer or informing his supervisors.The Inspectorate considered the circumstances surrounding the invitation a potential conflict-of-interest concern, given his position on the team responsible for overseeing the government contract.It found that his conduct breached the Uganda Public Service Standing Orders of 2010, which require public officers to obtain permission before travelling abroad. The IGG consequently recommended that the Permanent Secretary submit him to the Public Service Commission for disciplinary action.The findings are significant in the context of Amanyire’s current public campaign, particularly his emphasis on professional conduct, transparency and accountability among government officials.However, the report did not establish that Amanyire was corrupt. It also did not uphold all the allegations investigated in relation to the SGS contract.The distinction is important: the IGG identified a breach of public service travel requirements and recommended disciplinary action, but did not conclude that he had engaged in corruption in the management of the SGS contract.The 2026 Ministry disputeThe questions surrounding Amanyire’s public service record resurfaced following his interdiction by the Ministry of Works and Transport in April 2026.In a report published on May 10, 2026, ChimpReports detailed allegations contained in the Ministry’s interdiction communication, including unauthorised publication of internal government documents, failure to perform assigned duties, refusal to attend meetings and the use of social media to criticise government programmes and officials.The Ministry reportedly accused Amanyire of publishing official information on his X account, @amronaldo, without authorisation. It also alleged that he had failed to submit a performance plan and deliver assigned outputs after being directed to do so in December 2024.The Ministry further raised concerns about his public commentary on government programmes, including the Rationalisation of Government Agencies and Public Expenditure reforms and the Intelligent Traffic Monitoring System.According to the reported communication, the Ministry had previously cautioned him over his conduct and alleged that he had apologised and undertaken to improve, but continued with the online criticism.His interdiction was intended to allow investigations into the allegations. The action included placement on half salary and restrictions on accessing ministry offices and travelling outside the country without authorisation.The post Inside Amanyire’s Anti-Corruption Crusade and the Unanswered Questions From His Past appeared first on The Insider.