Increased Threats to Freedom of Expression in Uganda
This 60-page report documents multiple recent cases in which Ugandan journalists have faced increasing threats from government officials and NRM party members, intimidation, harassment, and in some instances, government-inspired criminal charges. The cases involved journalists who had reported critically about the government, presented opposing political views, or exposed state wrongdoing, such as corruption or failure to investigate crimes, particularly in rural areas. Furthermore, Uganda's media regulatory system is partisan and does not tolerate criticism of the governing party.
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ISBN: 1-56432-627-6
ISBN: 1-56432-627-6
- A Media Minefield
- I. Map of Uganda
- II. Summary
- III. Recommendations
- IV. Methodology
- V. The State of Media Freedom in Uganda
- VI. Chilling Effect and Concerns for 2011 Elections Coverage
- VII. Applicable International and National Law
- Annex: Criminal Cases Pending against Journalists and Talk Show Hosts
- Acknowledgements











