Architecture of electoral authoritarianism: How President Museveni steals elections in Uganda with help of state agencies
Having been rejected at the ballot box in 1980 under the banner of the Uganda Patriotic Movement (UPM) and led by cadres who often hailed from exogenous communities outside the constitutionally recognized indigenous groups, the NRM elite prioritised consolidation over competition.
Analysis: In Ugandan, the military is a powerful institution that’s forced the country to resign to dynastic rule
Muhoozi Kainerugaba joined the army in the late 1990s, and his fast rise to the top of the armed forces proved controversial. In February 2024, a month before Kainerugaba was named army chief, the president officially delegated some of his authority as commander-in-chief to the head of the military.
Senior Ruto official announces desire to run for presidency in 2027 during 106th anniversary of Nomiya Church in Kenya
A seasoned technocrat and political strategist, Owalo has served in several influential roles in government and political circles, building a reputation as a behind-the-scenes power broker, before his appointment to the Office of the President.
In Museveni’s 40 year presidency, Uganda transformed from a promising democracy to present theatre of servitude and sycophancy
January 15, Ugandans’ date with destiny. They will chose (or be forced to retain) President Museveni or dump him for Bobi Wine (Kyagulanyi Ssentamu). In Ugandan context, though, it is said, “history teaches us that we don’t learn from history.” Museveni is the still point of a turning wheel.
Reclaiming Uganda’s future through endogenous development and community ecological governance
Uganda’s agro-ecological systems, which have sustained communities for generations, are under threat. The promotion of industrial agriculture and monoculture farming has led to soil degradation, water pollution, and loss of biodiversity. This not only undermines food security but also erodes the cultural knowledge and practices that underpin Uganda’s agricultural heritage.
Somalia takes war to Al-Shabaab extremist militants and there are signs it is containing the threat in Mogadishu
Somalia has been without a properly functional central government since the overthrow by warlords of the dictator Siad Barre in 1991.
Military and police terrorise opposition as Uganda gropes toward Museveni coronation
Decades ago, Museveni criticised African leaders who overstayed their time in power. Years later, Ugandan lawmakers did the same thing for him when they jettisoned the last constitutional obstacle – age limits – for a possible life presidency.
US dethronement of Maduro raises unease about international legal framework as Trump warns Colombia, covets Greenland
US President Donald Trump insists capturing Maduro was legal. His administration has declared the drug cartels operating from Venezuela to be unlawful combatants and said the US is now in an “armed conflict” with them, according to an administration memo obtained in October.
Museveni’s fierce critic Sara Bireete detained ahead of January 15 presidential election
Police in Uganda said they have detained a prominent human rights activist as long-serving President Yoweri Museveni’s government widens its crackdown on dissent and political opposition ahead of the January 15 general election. The detention of Sarah Bireete, head of a rights organisation and a frequent anti-government commentator on local...
