From repubhub Debate on age limits and term length for the president of Uganda came to a sudden halt Tuesday when a lawmaker reported seeing soldiers on the premises. The allegation led to a scuffle between legislators and parliamentary police. The legislature was already on edge because of the proposals being discussed. Parliament is debating […]
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Uganda MPs Look at Abolishing Age Limit for Museveni
Uganda’s ruling party, the National Resistance Movement, has proposed scrapping the age-75 limit for presidential candidates and extending the length of a presidential term from five to seven years. The proposal, which would require a constitutional amendment, has the backing of President Yoweri Museveni, who has ruled Uganda for over 30 years. The moves would […]
Where is Africa’s Youth Vote?
The widening age gap between African leaders and their populations is a cause for concern. For instance, in 2016, the average median age of the African population was 20, while the average age for Heads of State was 66.
Ugandan Government Torture From Colonial-Era to Today
The one thing Ugandan governments have in common is reliance on primitive torture of suspects
Only More Democracy Can Save East African Community Elections
Problems with election of new members of the regional parliament of East African Legislative Assembly
The Story of a Ugandan Daily Show Writer
A close up look at the ‘hungry, ambitious and funny’ comedy of Ugandan Daily Show writer Joseph Opio
Opposition Leader in Call For Ugandan Youth Protest
Presidential contender Kizza Besigye calls for renewed vigor of Ugandan youth protest movement
The Challenges Shared by African Opposition Parties
Many African opposition parties mistakenly refuse to accept defeat and take little action between elections
Uganda Opposition Leader Besigye Out of Prison
Release on bail for opposition leader Besigye is no sign of let up in pressure from Museveni
How the Ugandan Elections Were Rigged
There is little doubt the Ugandan elections were stolen from Kizza Besigye, here is how