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…
Uganda : Understanding the Implications of the Anti-Homosexuality Bill
The Anti-homosexuality Bill passed by Uganda’s parliament on May 2 has drawn criticism from the Joint United Nations Programme on HIV/AIDS (UNAIDS), warning of its detrimental impact on Uganda’s efforts to combat HIV/AIDS by 2030 if it…
Religious Leaders Urge Dialogue to End Persecution of Political Opponents
In a recent joint statement, religious leaders across Uganda have come together to advocate for dialogue as a means to resolve political conflicts and put an end to the persecution of political opponents. The statement, issued amidst a backdrop of…
Prosecutor Oppose Bail for 32 NUP Supporters in Court Martial
Prosecutors have opposed the bail application for 32 National Unity Platform (NUP) supporters, arguing their release could compromise ongoing investigations. The NUP supporters appeared before the General Court Martial, where prosecutors presented their…
Uganda’s Parliament Passes Controversial Anti-Homosexuality Bill
On Tuesday, March 21, Uganda’s Parliament, for the second time in nine years, passed a law that criminalizes homosexuality in Uganda. The first law was passed in December 2013 but was nullified by the Constitutional Court on a technicality – it was…
6 youth remanded to Kirinya prison for promoting sodomy
Six young individuals, aged between 20 and 26, found themselves remanded to Kirinya Prison following an appearance at the Grade One Magistrate’s Court in Jinja. They face charges related to gross indecency. Geoffrey Ibanda, Sadic Wassajja, Sadat Menya…
Anti-Homosexuality Bill Passes Parliament, Sent to President Museveni for Approval
Uganda’s Parliament has given its approval to the controversial Anti-Homosexuality Bill, sending it to President Yoweri Museveni for final consideration. This move comes after rigorous debate and scrutiny, with the bill receiving the nod from a…
Amnesty International Urges President Museveni to Veto Anti-Homosexuality Bill
Amnesty International has called upon President Yoweri Museveni to exercise his veto power and reject the proposed Anti-Homosexuality Bill currently under consideration in Uganda. The bill, which seeks to criminalize homosexuality and impose severe…
Addressing Uganda’s Deeply Rooted Homophobia: Strategies for Change
Uganda has long been recognized as one of the most hostile environments for LGBTQ+ individuals, with systematic abuse and discrimination perpetuated against them. This entrenched homophobia is fueled by various factors, including state-sanctioned…