How Tutsi cultic hegemony crept into Uganda power echelons and built a crime empire via militarisation
Both in 1926 and 1959 the Hutus revolted against the harsh, repressive Tutsi rule, forcing the Tutsis to flee to Uganda. In 1926, the British colonial rulers welcomed them in their evolving British Protectorate of Uganda, finding them useful in the emerging sugar industry. Even in 1959, the colonial rulers welcomed more Tutsi refugees following renewed social and political conflicts between Hutus and Tutsis. Many mixed freely with the population but a good number were put in refugee camps in Western Uganda.
ECOWAS official says West Africa recorded 1,800 terrorist attacks between January and June that resulted in 4,600 deaths
Touray, who is president of the ECOWAS Commission, singled out the following drivers of insecurity in the region: terrorism, armed rebellion, organised crime, unconstitutional changes of government, illegal maritime activities, environmental crises and fake news.
Time warp: Under Museveni life seems to stop in Uganda as he pursues modernisation mirage
It should, however, be echoed and re-echoed that long ago modernisation theory failed in Africa because it was promoted on the flawed assumption that that it was a Eurocentric or Western idea. The post-colonial leaders, under their pan-African political philosophy detested it. They particularly detested modernisation’s assumption that Western civilisation was technically and morally superior to the civilisation of traditional societies, and implied that traditional values were of little value, and should, therefore, be erased in favour of Eurocentric values.
Russia halts landmark UN-brokered deal, says no link after Crimea bridge attack by Ukraine
To convince Russia to agree to the Black Sea deal, a three-year deal was also struck in July 2022 under which UN officials agreed to help Russia get its food and fertiliser exports to foreign markets. While Russian exports of food and fertilizer are not subject to Western sanctions imposed after Russia’s invasion, Moscow has said restrictions on payments, logistics and insurance have amounted to a barrier to shipments.
Poll: Most Americans now view democracy as utterly flawed, Trump’s crudity made it worse
A self-described moderate Republican, Brown has seen the United States falling short of its democratic promise ever since learning in high school that the Electoral College allows someone to become president while not winning the majority of national votes. But he’s especially disappointed with Congress now, seeing its obsessions as not reflective of the people’s will.
Sudan crisis: Refugees tell of border crossing difficulties, uncertain future and hostile Egypt
Several Sudanese who have crossed the border said they are struggling with homelessness, limited job prospects, and rising prices amid an economic downturn in Egypt that has been accelerated by Russia’s invasion of Ukraine.
Iran President Raisi embarks on tour of Africa to promote economic diplomacy as relations with US sore
Iran’s President Ebrahim Raisi, centre, inspects the honour guard before meeting Kenya’s President William Ruto at State House in Nairobi, Kenya on July 12, 2023. Iran’s president has begun a rare visit to Africa as the country, which is under heavy US economic sanctions, seeks to deepen partnerships around the world. Credit: AP
Grand jury seats in Atlanta to decide if Trump should be charged over Georgia’s 2020 election
About a year into her investigation, Willis took the unusual step of asking for a special grand jury. She said at the time that she needed the panel’s subpoena power to compel testimony from witnesses who otherwise might not be willing to talk to her team. That special grand jury was seated in May 2022 and was released in January after completing its work.
Kremlin says Russian President Putin met with Wagner boss Prigozhin days after abortive mutiny
The confirmation of a face-to-face meeting with Putin, who has branded Prigozhin as a backstabbing traitor, adds a new twist to the uncertainty surrounding the mercenary chief. His fate and whereabouts have been unknown since the abortive mutiny, which severely weakened Putin’s authority.
Sociology of Uganda’s elites: Why pursue intellectual excellence when you can do barter trade with politics?
Any Ugandan elites who are not connected to the president and State House politically, economically, socially and financially are inconsequential. Such elites include the political elites in the Opposition to the ruling political party, the National Resistance Movement Organisation (NRNO).
