Bukedde Journalist Lemisa Moses Allegedly Tortured by Police, UJA Calls for Urgent Action
The Uganda Journalists Association (UJA) has raised alarm over the alleged torture of senior journalist Lemisa Moses, affiliated with Bukedde Paper-Vision Group, who was reportedly brutalized into a coma by two police officers at Kapapaali Mulago Police…
Concerns Arise Over Government Plan to Rationalize Human Rights Agencies in Uganda
Human Rights Defenders in Uganda have expressed strong criticism against the government’s plan to rationalize over 30 government agencies, including key human rights institutions, as part of an effort to cut operational costs by approximately Shs1…
Calls for Increased Transparency in AU Human Rights Appointments Ahead of July 2024 Elections
Civil Society Organizations (CSOs) and National Human Rights Institutions actively engaged with the African Union (AU) human rights mechanisms are advocating for enhanced transparency and inclusivity in the nomination and selection processes of members…
Muwanga Owen Martin Appears Before Military Court After Detention
(Kampala, Uganda) – In a development that has raised grave concerns about human rights abuses and the rule of law in Uganda, Muwanga Owen Martin, after 25 days of incommunicado detention, appeared before a military court this morning without the…
LGBTQ : The Bias in Uganda’s Media
In mature or developing democracies, the media serves as a vital conduit for information, shaping public consciousness. However, the notion of a free and independent press is challenged when confronted with the reality of biased reporting. In an ideal…
Uganda’s Global Fund Board Appoints First Transgender Man to its Board
In a historic move, Uganda’s Global Fund Board has appointed its first transgender man to its governing body, marking a significant step toward inclusivity and diversity. This appointment reflects an evolving perspective within Uganda’s…
Uganda’s Global Fund Board Appoints First Transgender Man to its Board
In a historic move, Uganda’s Global Fund Board has appointed its first transgender man to its governing body, marking a significant step toward inclusivity and diversity. This appointment reflects an evolving perspective within Uganda’s…
Gulu University Graduation Update: 76 Students Face Obstacles to Graduation
Seventy-six students at Gulu University won’t be graduating in the upcoming 19th ceremony, according to Professor George Openjuru, the Vice Chancellor. He explained that these students face hurdles such as unpaid tuition fees or incomplete research…
Museveni Labels Media as “Enemies” Amid Rising Assaults on Ugandan Journalists
Freshly inaugurated for another five-year term, Ugandan President Yoweri Museveni has publicly criticized both local and international media, labeling them as “enemies” while local journalists protest against brutal assaults and harassment by…
The Role of the Press in Facing Political Repression in Uganda
Since Yoweri Museveni’s ascension to power in 1986, Uganda has seen a significant growth in its media landscape, with the government initially proclaiming support for freedom of expression. However, a closer examination reveals a persistent pattern…