Muhoozi Kainerugaba, Uganda's Chief of Defence Forces, has issued a firm warning to Turkey, stating that Uganda may sever diplomatic relations within 30 days if certain unresolved issues are not addressed.In a pointed message shared on his X account on Saturday, April 11, 2026, Kainerugaba expressed frustration over what he
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Winnie Byanyima Fears for Besigye’s Safety in Custody
Winnie Byanyima, the wife of veteran Ugandan opposition leader Kizza Besigye, has raised urgent concerns regarding her husband's safety while in custody. During an interview with a local newspaper on February 21, 2026, Byanyima characterized Uganda as having devolved into a "naked dictatorship," where the safety of individuals hangs in
Karua Condemns Sexual Violence Reports After Uganda Elections
Martha Karua, the leader of the People’s Liberation Party (PLP), has raised urgent concerns regarding the alarming reports of sexual violence against women in Uganda following the January 2026 elections. In a statement addressed to President Yoweri Museveni and Chief of Defence Forces Gen Muhoozi Kainerugaba, she underscores the gravity