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Uganda's President Museveni Promotes Son To Military Chief

Uganda's veteran leader, Yoweri Museveni, has appointed his son to head the country's defence forces, the East African nation's government said, capping a dizzying rise for Muhoozi Kainerugaba.

International Business Times

Uganda’s President Museveni promotes son to army chief

After 38 years in power, the veteran leader has no rivals, leading many to believe he is grooming son for the top job.

Al Jazeera

The Guardian view on Africa’s homophobic legislation: western influences are encouraging hatred

Editorial: The continent is seeing a surge in repressive new laws. Campaigners say US evangelists are fuelling discrimination and hatred

The Guardian - UK

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Bobi Wine's fight for democracy in Uganda continues on the big screen

Ugandan pop star-turned-opposition leader Bobi Wine is at the heart of a documentary that charts his electoral challenge to long-time ruler Yoweri Museveni. The film was nominated for an Oscar.

Radio France Internationale

US denies visa to Ugandan MP who called for homosexual castration

Activists welcome sanction on Sarah Achieng Opendi and other legislators against a backdrop of anti-LGBTQ+ oppression in Africa

The Guardian - UK

Ghana activists denounce new bill that makes identifying as LGBTQ+ a crime

Ghana has joined Uganda and Kenya in passing harsh legislation that not only penalises LGBTQ+ people, but also those who defend them, with up to 10 years' imprisonment. Activists have vowed to challenge the bill, which still needs the president's signature to become law.

Radio France Internationale

Oscar nomination gives Bobi Wine new hope of toppling Uganda’s regime

After years of repression, a film about Bobi Wine’s heroic stand against Yoweri Museveni has given new life to the opposition

The Guardian - UK

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Theatre of Violence review – questions of culpability as Lord’s Resistance Army killer comes to trial

This harrowing documentary tells the story of Dominic Ongwen, conscripted into a brutal rebel army in Uganda and now indicted at the international criminal court for war crimes

The Guardian - UK

Ugandan Golfer Makes DP World Tour History With Clutch Putt In Kenya Open Second Round

Ronald Rugumayo sank a birdie putt on the 18th to become the first Ugandan golfer to make cut in a DP World Tour event

Golf Monthly

UAE Removed From FATF Gray List For AML Progress

FATF removes UAE, Barbados, Gibraltar, and Uganda from gray list for combating financial crimes.

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Rukmini Iyer’s quick and easy roll-up masala omelette with coriander and peanut chutney

A take on the Ugandan rolex – an omelette in a chapati – but with spicy mushrooms, peppers, onions and a fragrant coriander chutney for a snacky vegetarian dinner

The Guardian - UK

The trial of Kwoyelo: Fate of LRA rebel commander divides northern Uganda

Kwoyelo, the only LRA commander to be tried for his crimes in Uganda, has been in detention since 2009.

Al Jazeera

"Be inspired to defend your democracy"

Salon talks to Ugandan activist and political leader Bobi Wine, whose Oscar-nominated documentary is a lifeline

Salon

Uganda Opposition Leader Bobi Wine Emboldened By Oscar Nod

Bobi Wine has worn many hats -- pop star, politician, and now, the star of an Oscar-nominated documentary, which the 41-year-old Ugandan credits with giving him "an extended lease of life".

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Nachson Mimran: life through the lens of a creative activist, at Leica Gallery London

Leica Gallery’s ‘Nachson Mimran: Photographs from the Decade that Changed My Life’ is an intimate narrative spanning diverse communities, landscapes, and lives (until 11 February)

The Guardian - US

Ugandan climate activists face charges after a month in maximum security jail

The 11 university students could be imprisoned for a year for protesting against the East Africa Crude Oil Pipeline

Zenger

Men’s 2024 T20 Cricket World Cup All Set For June In The USA And West Indies

The tournament will be contested by 20 teams, an expansion from 16 teams at the 2022 tournament

Salon

Dem probes secretive Christian group

Democrat launches the most aggressive official inquiry ever into The Family and the National Prayer breakfast

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Diamonds shine in historic Nations Cup win over Uganda

Australia's much-changed netball world champions have had an impressive work-out, beating Uganda 63-49 before facing England in the Nations Cup final.

Al Jazeera

Who is Julia Sebutinde? The judge against all ICJ rulings in Israel’s case

ICJ Judge Sebutinde voted against emergency measures requested by South Africa against Israel over its war on Gaza.

Al Jazeera

What has the ICJ ordered Israel to do on Gaza war, and what’s next?

The court did not order a ceasefire, but effectively put Israel on notice over the war.

Al Jazeera

Uganda’s first Oscar-nominated film tells story of Bobi Wine persecution

Film retells political persecution of popstar-turned-politician Bobi Wine as he takes on the longtime Ugandan leader.

Al Jazeera

Sudan’s Hemedti embraced abroad as he terrorises civilians at home

Paramilitary leader welcomed on Africa tour while Sudanese civilians accuse his fighters of atrocities.

The Hindu

EAM Jaishankar calls on Sri Lankan President Wickremesinghe in Uganda, discusses bilateral initiatives

External Affairs Minister S. Jaishankar called on Sri Lankan President Ranil Wickremesinghe and discussed the progress of bilateral initiatives

International Business Times

Uganda Opposition Leader Bobi Wine Says Under House Arrest

Ugandan opposition leader and former presidential candidate Bobi Wine said on Thursday police had surrounded his residence and put him "under house arrest" ahead of a planned protest.

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