Uganda
Uganda’s 2021 elections, of which President Yoweri Museveni, in power since 1986 was declared the winner, were marred by widespread violence and repression. Security forces arbitrarily arrested and beat opposition supporters and journalists, killed protestors, and disrupted opposition rallies. There has yet to be any commitment to end the violations of freedom of association, assembly, and expression which persist in Uganda. Nongovernmental organizations risk politically motivated charges for allegedly failing to comply with legal provisions that impose vague “special obligations” on independent groups. Law enforcement, security forces and the armed forces enjoy impunity for violations of serious violations, including torture and violations of the right to life.
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Uganda: No Justice for 2016 Kasese Massacre by Security Forces
Ongoing Tensions; Many Civilians Still Detained
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News
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One Year Later, No Justice for Victims of Uganda’s Lethal Clampdown
More Effort Needed to Ensure Transparent Accountability and Compensation
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Africa: Rights Progress for Pregnant Students
Five More Sub-Saharan Countries Act to Protect Girls’ Education; Barriers Remain
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Uganda Lagging on Protecting Women Workers
Government Should Ratify Landmark Treaty on Workplace Violence
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Covid-19 Pandemic Fueling Child Labor
Children in Ghana, Nepal, Uganda Describe Grueling Hours, Low Pay
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Uganda: Covid-19 Pandemic Fueling Child Labor
Meager Government Aid Leaves Children Working Long Hours for Little Pay
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Uganda: Drop Charges Against Law Student
Michael Muhima Faces Prison Over a Tweet; End Criminalization of Free Speech
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ICC Sentences LRA Leader to 25 Years
Dominic Ongwen’s Status as Child Victim Factors into Punishment
