Human Rights

A group of 36 members from the opposition Forum for Democratic Change (FDC) Katonga faction have been remanded to Luzira Prison on charges of terrorism. The group, comprising 34 men and 2 women, appeared before the Nakawa Chief Magistrates Court, presided over by Chief Magistrate Elias Kakooza, on Monday. They were …

In a significant advancement for LGBTQ+ rights and protections, Mexico City has officially adopted a law designating “transfemicide” as an aggravated crime. This landmark legislation aims to address the alarming rates of violence and discrimination faced by transgender women in Mexico and reinforces the city’s commitment to protecting marginalized communities. …

The Mwanga 2 Magistrates Court in Mengo has charged Claire Namara, the former Vice Guild President of Kyambogo University, with disturbing religious assemblies. Namara, 25, appeared before Grade One Magistrate Amon Mugezi and denied the charges. The court heard that on July 28th, at Lubaga Cathedral Church in Rubaga Division, …

In a week marked by heightened tension and public unrest, the Ugandan police have arrested 104 youths participating in protests aimed at marching to Parliament in Kampala. The protests, which occurred between July 22 and July 25, 2024, were met with significant police intervention, leading to numerous arrests and subsequent …

Sheikh Shakhboot bin Nahyan Al Nahyan, the UAE’s Minister of State, took part in the Mediators Planning Retreat on Sudan in Djibouti, which included representatives from 32 countries and various regional and international organizations. The meeting focused on international initiatives and efforts to establish peace in Sudan and develop a …

The family of Wambi Peter, a supporter of the National Unity Platform (NUP), is demanding his immediate release following his arrest by security officials. The incident, which took place in broad daylight, has sparked outrage and concern about the increasing trend of abductions and human rights violations in Uganda. Eyewitnesses …

Namibia’s Ministry of Home Affairs has introduced a controversial new bill aimed at defining marriage strictly as a union between persons of the “opposite sex.” The legislation, introduced in Parliament, seeks to formally enshrine the exclusion of same-sex couples from the institution of marriage, sparking intense debate and concerns among …

In a powerful statement, COLOURED VOICE 🏳️‍🌈 has issued a strong condemnation of the alarming rise in sexual violence, specifically anal rape, inflicted upon male prisoners by security personnel in Uganda. The organization highlights a disturbing trend where recently released detainees have recounted harrowing experiences of sexual assault while in …

The US Mission in Uganda has voiced strong concerns over the recent crackdown on peaceful demonstrators in the country. In a statement, the mission highlighted the importance of freedom of expression and peaceful assembly as fundamental pillars of democracy. The US Mission expressed alarm at the arrest of over 90 …

Recent allegations of severe abuse by Ugandan police have emerged following the release of several young men detained during anti-corruption protests. Reports indicate that some of the released individuals claim to have been subjected to anal rape, or “sodomized,” while in police custody. This disturbing accusation has sparked outrage and …