On May 17, 2024, the vibrant city of Vancouver, Canada, was the stage for a powerful and inspiring speech by renowned LGBTQ activist Kabuye Steven. The event marked the International Day Against Homophobia, Biphobia, and Transphobia, a day dedicated to raising awareness and promoting the rights of LGBTQ individuals worldwide. …
Read More »Press Freedom In Uganda Under Siege, Why The Observer Was Targeted – Male Deogratius
On May 8, 2024, the Uganda Media Council Chairperson, Mr. Paul Ekochu, issued a summons to The Observer’s Editor, demanding their appearance before the Council’s disciplinary committee on May 20, 2024. This summons, predicated on Section 9 of the Press and Journalist Act (Cap 105), concerns a May 8 article …
Read More »International Day Against Homophobia, Transphobia and Biphobia: Reflections of a Gay Man
The International Day Against Homophobia, Transphobia and Biphobia on May 17 holds profound significance for me as a gay man, particularly one living with HIV. As someone who intersects various identities, I am often exposed to different forms of discrimination, even in my professional life where I closely work with …
Read More »Britain’s Lord Bellingham Calls for Regime Change in Uganda; Support for Opposition
Bellingham’s remarks underscores the potential challenges the Ugandan government faces in the international community following the enactment of the anti-gay law Lord Henry Campbell Bellingham, a former barrister and British Conservative politician who sits in the House of Lords, has called for regime change in Uganda. “My Lords, will the …
Read More »Update on Illegal Arrests: Opposition Leader Davis Lewis Rubongoya Speaks Out
Davis Lewis Rubongoya, the Secretary-General of the opposition party, provided an update on the recent spate of arrests targeting party members. In a statement issued today, he expressed gratitude to comrades, leaders, and legal representatives who tirelessly worked to secure the release of those unlawfully detained. Rubongoya reported that in …
Read More »Bobi Wine Criticizes Museveni’s Use of Public Funds for Bribery
Kampala, 16th May 2024 – In a powerful statement addressing the nation, Robert Kyagulanyi, popularly known as Bobi Wine, has expressed his strong disapproval of President Yoweri Museveni’s alleged misuse of taxpayer money to manipulate political outcomes. “Everyone who betrays the people’s struggle will get their due reward. Using taxpayers’ …
Read More »10 LGBTQ+ Kenyans Targeted in Grindr Blackmail Scheme Seek Justice in Court
Kenya’s LGBTQ+ community has long stayed silent about blackmail and extortion. Kenya’s LGBTQ+ community has long stayed silent about blackmail and extortion on platforms like Facebook and dating apps like Grindr, afraid of being outed and jailed themselves in a country where gay sex can land you in jail for …
Read More »ASAP Rocky Celebrates Son’s Birthday Amidst Parenthood Joy with Rihanna
ASAP Rocky and Rihanna have been relishing their roles as parents, with the couple welcoming their son RZA a few years back and their youngest, Riot, born last year. Their Instagram posts occasionally feature their children, showcasing their pride and joy. Interviews with the couple often highlight their happiness and …
Read More »B.G. Faces Potential Probation Modifications After Alleged Violations
B.G., a member of the Hot Boys, could be facing significant changes to his supervised release conditions after allegedly violating probation stipulations multiple times. Since his release from a 120-month sentence for firearm possession and obstruction of justice, B.G. has faced several incidents that could impact his probation. One major …
Read More »Kendrick Lamar’s “Not Like Us” Breaks Spotify Record with 100 Million Streams in Under Nine Days
Kendrick Lamar’s diss track “Not Like Us” has achieved a remarkable feat on Spotify, surpassing 100 million streams in less than nine days. This makes it the fastest rap song to reach this milestone on the platform, surpassing Drake’s “God’s Plan.” The track, released as part of Lamar’s ongoing feud …
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