Uganda, Feb. 13 -- The High Court in Kampala will next week rule on a bail application which will determine whether four accused persons in the murder case of Kampala businessman Henry Katanga are freed on bail or not.

This follows the hearing of their bail application yesterday where the State asked court not to release them while the defence lawyers sought their temporary release.

Upon hearing submissions from both sides, presiding judge Isaac Muwata said he would render his ruling on Wednesday next week.

The accused persons seeking bail are Ms Patricia Kakwanza and Ms Martha Nkwanzi, both daughters of the late businessman. They face the charge of destroying evidence.

The others are Mr Charles Otai, a medic, and Mr George Amanyire, ...