Human Rights

Ugandan President Yoweri Museveni has condemned Western nations for imposing their beliefs on foreign territories, emphasizing the importance of respecting the sovereignty and values of other countries. Museveni expressed his discontent with what he views as an imposition of Western ideologies, particularly in the realm of social and cultural issues. …

Alex Kayiwa, a member of the National Unity Platform has accused Ugandan security forces of sodomizing him whilst under detention. Kayiwa, commonly known as ‘Musaayi Gwa Bobi’ was among the alleged casualties who shared ordeals at the special joint prayers held at the NUP headquarters in Kamwokya on Thursday in …

Uganda’s Constitutional Court on Monday began hearing a challenge to an anti-LGBT law that carries the death penalty for certain same-sex acts and 20 years in prison for “promoting” homosexuality. The Anti-Homosexuality Act (AHA) was signed into law by President Yoweri Museveni in May, prompting U.S. and World Bank sanctions. …

Uganda is on edge as the country awaits a crucial court ruling on its contentious Anti-Homosexuality Law. The outcome of this case will have significant implications for the LGBTQ community and the nation’s legal stance on human rights. The law, which has been heavily criticized both domestically and internationally, was …

The Uganda Human Rights Commission (UHRC) has observed a significant improvement in human rights compliance across 18 districts, particularly in the Busoga and Bukedi sub-regions. Ms. Betty Enangu, who leads UHRC’s efforts in these areas, shared insights into their current operations, revealing that they are presently handling only 12 cases …

Robert Kyagulanyi, alias Bobi Wine, the principal of the National Unity Platform (NUP) has publicly expressed his contentment with the sanctions that have been imposed on some Ugandan government officials. US has continued sanctioning government officials ever since the passing of the Anti-Homosexuality Bill 2023. The recent sanctions didn’t spare …

The U.S. government has unveiled further sanctions targeting Ugandan officials, intensifying its response to perceived violations of human rights and democratic norms in the East African nation. These sanctions reflect Washington’s growing concerns about the political climate in Uganda, particularly regarding the treatment of opposition figures and the suppression of …

The chairperson of the Uganda Human Rights Commission (UHRC), Ms. Mariam Wangadya, has raised concerns about severe congestion in Ugandan prisons. During a press conference in Kampala, she reported that a recent series of prison visits by the commission revealed extreme overcrowding, with conditions so cramped that prisoners struggle to …

In a pointed response to the government’s recent parliamentary statement addressing concerns about human rights abuses and missing persons, the opposition has articulated four major demands to address these pressing issues. Led by the Leader of the Opposition in Parliament, Mr. Mathias Mpuuga, the opposition members during a plenary session …

The United States has announced the imposition of additional sanctions on Ugandan officials, escalating pressure on the government amid concerns over human rights abuses and anti-democratic actions. The move comes in response to ongoing crackdowns on political dissent and LGBTQ rights in Uganda, where authorities have increasingly targeted activists, journalists, …