Where Being Gay Is Punishable by Death, Aid Cuts Are ‘Heartbreaking’
Uganda’s L.G.B.T.Q. population was already struggling to cope with the fallout of a harsh anti-gay law when the disruption of U.S. aid put people at even greater risk.
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The Ugandan arts centre bringing harmony to Africa’s biggest refugee camp
The Bidi Bidi performing arts venue offers more than 250,000 refugees the chance to sing, play, dance – and dream of a peaceful futureThe sound of a flute floats towards five young men in the 1,000-seat Bidi Bidi Performing Arts Centre theatre in Ugand…
Shaken by Grisly Killings of Women, Activists in Africa Demand Change
The continent has the highest rate of gender-related killings of women in the world, according to the United Nations. Activists accuse officials of ignoring the issue and blaming the victims.
Uganda showcases its recently acquired Mi-28 helicopters
The Uganda People’s Defence Force (UPDF) has recently become an operator of the Russian-made Mil Mi-28N attack helicopter, making a significant addition to its diverse aerial fleet. Details of Uganda’s acquisition of the Mi-28N attack helicopters…
Tributes paid to Berkshire newlyweds killed in Uganda terrorist attack
David and Celia Barlow were married in South Africa on Saturday and were killed by a group linked to Islamic StateTributes have been paid to a couple who were killed on their honeymoon in Uganda in a “cowardly terrorist attack”.A British businessman, D…
Two tourists, from UK and South Africa, and guide killed on safari in Uganda
Police say extremist ADF rebels carried out ‘cowardly terrorist attack’ near border with DRC Two tourists from the UK and South Africa and their Ugandan guide were killed when assailants attacked their vehicle near a national park in south-west Uganda….
Athens Democracy Forum: Across Africa, Young Leaders Emerge
Six people, all 35 or younger, talk about what they are doing to shake up politics on the continent, and what inspired them to step up.
External Affairs Minister Jaishankar Holds Bilateral Meeting With Uganda’s Foreign Minister
New York: External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar here on Saturday held a meeting with Uganda Foreign Minister Gen JeJe Odongo on the sidelines of the 78th United Nations General Assembly (UNGA) session.Earlier on Saturday, Jaishankar met his Egyptian counterpart Sameh Sahoukry and discussed bilateral ties.On Friday, the EAM had a productive and busy day of engagements with his counterparts from
Ugandan man charged with ‘aggravated homosexuality’ under new law
Twenty-year-old could face death penalty after anti-LGBTQ+ legislation was introduced this yearUgandan prosecutors have charged a man with “aggravated homosexuality” under anti-LGBTQ+ legislation introduced this year that makes the offence punishable b…
Hospital detentions for new mothers challenged in Ugandan court
Two cases to be heard this month could serve as legal precedent to outlaw the holding of patients against their will for unpaid billsTwo women who were prevented from leaving hospital over unpaid medical bills are to have their case against Ugandan aut…