Alex Kayiwa : NUP Member Alleges Security Forces of Sodomizing Him During Detention
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…
Uganda : Activists, Educators Challenge Stringent Anti-LGBT Legislation in Court
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…
Uganda Awaits Court Decision on Anti-Homosexuality Law
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,…
Improved Human Rights Observance Noted in 18 Ugandan Districts, UHRC Reports
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…
Bobi Wine Applauds U.S. Sanctions Imposed on Ugandan Government Officials
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…
LGBTQ : U.S. Announces Additional Sanctions on Ugandan Officials
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…
Uganda Human Rights Commission Chair Highlights Severe Prison Overcrowding
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…
Opposition Lists Four Key Demands in Response to Government’s Human Rights Statement
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…
United States Imposes Further Sanctions on Ugandan Officials
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…
Government to Address Opposition Concerns on Human Rights Violations Next Week
The Speaker of Parliament, Anita Among, announced that the government will respond to opposition demands regarding reports of human rights violations during the parliamentary session scheduled for Tuesday, 21 November 2023. The response follows concerns…