Uganda’s Government Accused of Diverting Attention Through Social Media and Celebrity Influence written by clinton mirrors In recent years, the Ugandan government, led by President Yoweri Museveni, has faced allegations of using social media, celebrities, and influential figures within the government to divert public attention from controversial actions or decisions. …

In the wake of escalating anti-gay sentiment and the enactment of stringent legislation in Uganda, LGBTQ individuals are fleeing the country in search of safety and refuge. Pretty Peter, a transgender woman, found herself relatively safe in neighboring Kenya after receiving frantic messages from friends back home in Uganda. The …

Uganda is experiencing a long period of governance under President Yoweri Museveni, who has been in power since 1986. Over the years, there have been debates and discussions about the need for political change and the importance of a peaceful and democratic transition of power. One of the key concerns …

In late May, Ugandan President Yoweri Museveni signed the Anti-Homosexuality Act into law, a measure that institutionalizes the persecution of LGBTQI+ individuals while promoting a culture of hate. The law, widely regarded as one of the harshest anti-LGBTQI+ legislations globally, criminalizes consensual same-sex relations, imposing life imprisonment for gay sex …

The United States government is contemplating imposing sanctions on Uganda following the enactment of a stringent anti-gay law, which has sparked widespread criticism and international condemnation. The law criminalizes same-sex activities and imposes severe penalties, further entrenching discrimination against the LGBTQ+ community in the East African nation. The Ugandan government’s …

Uganda reels from its deadliest attack in more than 10 years after a rebel group killed 41 civilians, mostly students Ugandan forces are hunting for rebels accused of killing at least 41 civilians, mostly students, in the worst attack in the country in more than a decade. Authorities have blamed Friday’s …

Beyond Political Parties, The Fight for Freedom Belongs to all Ugandans Uganda has long been grappling with the challenges of political governance, with a history marked by authoritarian rule and limited democratic freedoms. In the midst of this struggle, it is imperative to recognize that the fight against the military …

Who is Hon Francis Zaake  Francis Zaake is a businessman and Member of the 11th Parliament of Uganda representing Mityana Municipality. He was first elected to Parliament in the 2016 general elections as an Independent Member. In late 2020, he crossed to the National Unity Platform (NUP), Uganda’s leading opposition Party. He ran for MP in Mityana …

Who is Bobi Wine Robert Kyagulanyi, also known as Bobi Wine, is a prominent Ugandan politician, activist, and musician. He gained popularity for his involvement in the music industry before transitioning into politics. Bobi Wine has been vocal about advocating for social justice, youth empowerment, and political reform in Uganda. …

The State Department on Friday announced the U.S. has imposed visa restrictions against Ugandan officials after the country’s president signed the Anti-Homosexuality Act. State Department spokesperson Matthew Miller in a press release did not specifically identify the Ugandan officials who the U.S. sanctioned. The statement, however, noted Ugandan “individuals believed …