Stephen A. Smith found himself in hot water last year after igniting a viral debate comparing Rihanna to Beyoncé, prompting a call from none other than JAY-Z himself. Reflecting on the incident during a recent appearance on the Connect the Dots podcast, the ESPN host shared details of the conversation …
Read More »Human Rights Watch Report Reveals Mixed Progress on Human Rights in 2023
A comprehensive report from Human Rights Watch has detailed the complex landscape of human rights progress and regression by government authorities throughout 2023. The report underscores a year of contradictory actions that saw improvements in some areas, while other aspects witnessed significant setbacks. The year began with a notable legal …
Read More »Ghana’s President Delays Signing Anti-LGBTQ Bill Pending Court Decision
Ghana’s President, Nana Akufo-Addo, has announced that he will await a court decision before signing the controversial anti-LGBTQ bill into law. President Akufo-Addo’s decision comes amid growing international scrutiny and domestic debate over the bill, which seeks to criminalize LGBTQ activities and advocacy in the West African nation. The bill, …
Read More »Unpacking the Impact of Colonial Laws on LGBTQ+ Communities
In a passionate call to action, an activist urges the youth to ponder over the cryptic phrases that have long oppressed LGBTQ+ individuals: “No carnal knowledge, no buggery, no gross indecency, no sodomy.” These words, laden with the weight of discrimination, have hindered LGBTQ+ people from leading fulfilling lives, marrying, …
Read More »“Urgent Steps Against Corruption: Rt. Hon. Mathias Mpuuga Advised to Step Down Amidst Allegations of Misconduct”
Statement on Corruption and Abuse of Office” The hashtag #UgandaParliamentExhibition is being used in an online protest, aiming to highlight significant corruption, abuse of office, and gross mismanagement of public affairs within Parliament’s leadership and among other leaders. The protest uncovered not only rampant corruption among NRM leaders but also …
Read More »Political Activist Sharon Kemigisha Missing: Urgent Call for International Support
Kampala, Uganda – 28-02-2024 The distressing silence surrounding the disappearance of activist Sharon Kemigisha continues to raise concerns, with five days having elapsed since her abduction. As her husband and the residents of Katanga, her community, demand her release, allegations of government involvement in her abduction echo louder than ever. …
Read More »Political Activist Sharon Kemigisha Missing: Urgent Call for International Support
Kampala, Uganda – 28-02-2024 The distressing silence surrounding the disappearance of activist Sharon Kemigisha continues to raise concerns, with five days having elapsed since her abduction. As her husband and the residents of Katanga, her community, demand her release, allegations of government involvement in her abduction echo louder than ever. …
Read More »Oscar nomination gives Bobi Wine new hope of toppling Uganda’s regime
After years of repression, a film about Bobi Wine’s heroic stand against Yoweri Museveni has given new life to the opposition When the Ugandan musician turned politician Bobi Wine ran for president, his 2020 campaign was thwarted by violent crackdowns by Yoweri Museveni’s regime. Since the election, Bobi Wine – …
Read More »Nardo Wick Faces Criticism on “50 Women vs 1 Rapper” for Sobriety Stance
Nardo Wick recently made an appearance on the popular YouTube series “50 Women vs 1 Rapper,” where he found himself under scrutiny for his stance on sobriety. During the show, which features women interviewing rappers as potential partners and voting on their compatibility, Wick was labeled as “boring” by one …
Read More »Guilty Verdict: Two Men Convicted of Jam Master Jay Murder
After nearly two decades since the tragic killing of hip-hop legend Jam Master Jay, justice has finally been served. A jury has found Karl Jordan Jr. and Ronald Washington guilty of murder in connection with Jay’s death at a recording studio in 2002. The verdict mandates a minimum of 20 …
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