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Sheikh Shakhboot bin Nahyan Al Nahyan, the UAE’s Minister of State, took part in the Mediators Planning Retreat on Sudan in Djibouti, which included representatives from 32 countries and various regional and international organizations. The meeting focused on international initiatives and efforts to establish peace in Sudan and develop a …

The family of Wambi Peter, a supporter of the National Unity Platform (NUP), is demanding his immediate release following his arrest by security officials. The incident, which took place in broad daylight, has sparked outrage and concern about the increasing trend of abductions and human rights violations in Uganda. Eyewitnesses …

KAMPALA, Uganda — The streets of Kampala have been engulfed by a wave of anti-corruption protests that began on July 23, 2024, and continue to gain momentum. Dubbed the “March to Parliament,” these demonstrations are part of a broader movement inspired by recent protests in Kenya. The protesters are demanding …

Namibia’s Ministry of Home Affairs has introduced a controversial new bill aimed at defining marriage strictly as a union between persons of the “opposite sex.” The legislation, introduced in Parliament, seeks to formally enshrine the exclusion of same-sex couples from the institution of marriage, sparking intense debate and concerns among …

The push for the impeachment of four Parliament Commissioners has reached a significant milestone. The movers and seconders of the motion have successfully secured the 177 signatures required to table the motion once the House is recalled from its recess. This development marks a crucial step towards addressing allegations of …

In a powerful statement, COLOURED VOICE 🏳️‍🌈 has issued a strong condemnation of the alarming rise in sexual violence, specifically anal rape, inflicted upon male prisoners by security personnel in Uganda. The organization highlights a disturbing trend where recently released detainees have recounted harrowing experiences of sexual assault while in …

The US Mission in Uganda has voiced strong concerns over the recent crackdown on peaceful demonstrators in the country. In a statement, the mission highlighted the importance of freedom of expression and peaceful assembly as fundamental pillars of democracy. The US Mission expressed alarm at the arrest of over 90 …

Recent allegations of severe abuse by Ugandan police have emerged following the release of several young men detained during anti-corruption protests. Reports indicate that some of the released individuals claim to have been subjected to anal rape, or “sodomized,” while in police custody. This disturbing accusation has sparked outrage and …

WASHINGTON, D.C. – The United States has announced sanctions against three Ugandan individuals identified as key financiers of terrorism. This significant move underscores Washington’s ongoing efforts to combat global terrorism and its financial networks. The individuals targeted by these sanctions are Ibrahim Ssentamu, Bwire Amanya, and Richard Kazi, who have …

A coalition of youth activists led by Thomas Bagonza and Alex Luwemba has formally petitioned the Uganda Human Rights Commission (UHRC), highlighting widespread violations against peaceful protesters in recent demonstrations. The group has issued a four-day ultimatum, threatening to stage a protest at the commission’s premises if their demands are …