LGBTQ Ugandans Face Increased Persecution Under Anti-Homosexuality Law
Life has become increasingly dangerous for Uganda’s LGBTQ community following the implementation of the Anti-Homosexuality Law, which has amplified fear and uncertainty for those targeted by the legislation. Individuals who identify as LGBTQ in…
Anitah Among named in fresh ICC torture petition
In a startling development, a fresh petition has been filed with the International Criminal Court (ICC), naming prominent Ugandan figures, including the Speaker of Parliament, among those implicated in allegations of torture. The petition has reignited…
Uganda’s Anti-Homosexuality Law Sparks Concerns Over Free Speech for Journalists
In Uganda, the recent enactment of the Anti-Homosexuality Law has stirred fear among journalists and free speech advocates. The legislation, which imposes severe penalties for activities related to homosexuality, has raised alarms about its impact on…
Uganda’s Anti-Homosexuality Law Sparks Outrage, Intensifies Persecution of LGBTQI+ Community
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…
US Considers Sanctions Against Uganda in Response to Anti-Gay Law
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…
LGBTQ+ Rights : Anglican Head Welby Appeals to Archbishop Kazimba To Reconsider
The head of the Anglican Communion, Archbishop Justin Welby, has reached out to the Archbishop of the Church of Uganda, Stephen Kazimba, urging him to reconsider the church’s stance on LGBTQ+ rights. In a letter addressed to Archbishop Kazimba,…
DPP Files New Terror Charges Against 11 NUP Supporters
The Director of Public Prosecutions (DPP) has filed fresh terrorism charges against 11 supporters of the National Unity Platform (NUP), intensifying the government’s legal actions against opposition members. These new charges come amid ongoing…
USAID Urges Uganda to Reconsider Anti-LGBTQI+ Law, Warning It Jeopardizes International Assistance
In a significant move, the United States Agency for International Development (USAID) has urged the Ugandan government to reconsider its controversial Anti-Homosexuality Act, citing concerns that it threatens the lives of LGBTQI+ individuals and…
US Warns of Possible Sanctions Against Uganda Over Anti-Homosexuality Bill
The United States, a leading funder of Uganda’s healthcare sector, has warned that passing of the Anti-Homosexuality bill will not only reverse gains in the fight against HIV/AIDS, but also impinge upon universal human rights and damage the country’s…
President Museveni Signs Anti-Homosexuality Act into Law
President Yoweri Museveni of Uganda has officially signed the Anti-Homosexuality Act, cementing it as law in the country. The Act, which was passed by Uganda’s parliament earlier this year, imposes stringent penalties on individuals engaged in…