On Monday, July 29, at approximately 12 noon, Dr. Zac Niringiye, a renowned human rights activist and retired Assistant Bishop of Kampala, was violently assaulted in broad daylight. This shocking incident has sent ripples through the Ugandan community and sparked renewed calls for a safer and more just society. Dr. …
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Steven Kabuye, a prominent Ugandan activist, was honored with the Rev. Troy Perry Medal of Pride 2024. The award was presented by Latoya Nugent, Head of Engagement at Rainbow Railroad, on behalf of Our Pride Organization. This prestigious accolade celebrates Kabuye’s resilience, courage, and advocacy for LGBTQ+ rights, symbolizing valor, …
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By Wabusimba Amiri. Recently, the Ugandan government, through the National Environment Management Authority (NEMA), launched an aggressive campaign to dismantle buildings in wetlands. This initiative, intended to conserve the country’s dwindling wetlands, has ignited a contentious debate among citizens and policymakers about balancing environmental conservation with urban development. As a …
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Four out of the five peaceful demonstrators in the anti-corruption march who were arrested and remanded on July 23rd, have today been granted Bail by the Nakawa Chief Magistrates Court. A one, Aljab Musinguzi’s has not been granted bail due to irregularities in the document presented regarding his residence. Handed …
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Human rights activists have approached the Uganda Human Rights Commission (UHRC) seeking justice for alleged victims of sodomy in police custody during the recent anti-corruption demonstrations. The allegations first emerged when activist and cartoonist Jim Spire Ssentongo shared a post on X (formerly Twitter), claiming that some demonstrators who had …
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A group of 36 members from the opposition Forum for Democratic Change (FDC) Katonga faction have been remanded to Luzira Prison on charges of terrorism. The group, comprising 34 men and 2 women, appeared before the Nakawa Chief Magistrates Court, presided over by Chief Magistrate Elias Kakooza, on Monday. They were …
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Charlottetown, Prince Edward Island – The New African Canadians (NAC), in collaboration with various esteemed partners, is set to host the highly anticipated Global Mental Well-being and Substance (Mis)Use Conference, known as GMWS 2024 PEI, from August 1-4, 2024. The event will take place at the University of Prince Edward …
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Joe Biden’s potential decision to withdraw from the presidential race is a significant moment in U.S. politics, especially given his age and the current political climate. At 81, Biden would be among the oldest presidents to seek re-election. Stepping down would reflect an acknowledgment of the challenges associated with aging, …
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Debate has continued in Germany regarding whether or not it might be possible in the future to send Syrians and Afghans back to their country of origin, or even revoke their special protection status. On Monday (July 29) the leader of the conservative opposition Union fraction (made up of CDU …
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On Sunday, July 28, a tragic incident occurred off the coast of Calais, where a woman lost her life while aboard a migrant dinghy, according to reports from the French maritime authorities for the Channel and the North Sea (Préfecture Maritime Manche et mer du Nord). The incident was reported …
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