Uganda’s 2021 electoral context has seen a brutal election crackdown. Some have been arrested, others tortured in state gulags.
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Impunity Reigns Amid Enforced Disappearances of Uganda Opposition
After Uganda’s recent violent national elections, the new spate of enforced disappearances adds to an atmosphere of terror.
Documenting the Internet Shutdown Ahead of Uganda Elections
Last week, amid its 2021 general election, Uganda was disconnected from the internet entirely, according to a new report.
Uganda’s Bobi Wine Accuses President of Staging Vote ‘Coup’
Ugandan presidential challenger Bobi Wine accused the country’s longtime president of staging a “coup” in last week’s election.
Repressive Uganda Internet Restrictions Spiked Before Election
Voters also endured a mass internet shutdown despite pressure from the international community to refrain from such actions.
Uganda Issues New Directives for Foreign Journalists
Uganda, known to be an authoritarian state, has issued a new directive that aims to scrutinize journalists working for foreign media.
Chaos Erupts in Kampala Following Arrest of Opposition Leader Bobi Wine
Ugandan police arrested opposition leader Robert Kyagulanyi, popularly known as singer Bobi Wine, on Wednesday sparking protests by his supporters.
Uganda: Drop Charges Against 19 Homeless Youth
HRW has asked Uganda’s Public Prosecutions Director to release of homeless youth arrested on grounds of breaking COVID-19 lockdown laws.
Uganda’s Bobi Wine Formally Declares Presidential Bid
Ugandan opposition Bobi Wine formally launched his presidential bid for the 2021 election, calling the country’s longtime leader a dictator.
Ugandan Media Reassigning Journalists for Opposition Coverage
Dozen Ugandan media outlets says they will reassign senior journalists in response to government complaints over coverage of Bobi Wine.