Yoweri Museveni
Saying You're Gay in This Country Now Comes With a Life Sentence in Prison
In what is one of the most draconian anti-LGBTQ laws in the world, people can be jailed for life for identifying as gay, or given the death penalty for committing “aggravated homosexuality.”
Why Won’t Uganda’s Large Adult Son Stop Tweeting?
The Ugandan President’s gaffe-prone son, General Muhoozi Kainerugaba, is still tweeting, despite threatening to invade Kenya. Some believe a succession drama is about to unfold.
Uganda’s President Apologises to Kenya on Behalf of His Large Adult Son
Yoweri Museveni fired Muhoozi Kainerugaba from his military role after he claimed he could capture Nairobi – but also promoted him to a four-star general at the same time.
Uganda’s Large Adult Son Threatens To Conquer Nairobi in 2 Weeks
Muhoozi Kainerugaba, the son of one of Africa’s longest serving rulers, was promoted to a four-star general after claiming he could capture Kenya’s capital.
Uganda's Vigilante 'Crime Preventers' Could Backfire on the President
More than a million young Ugandans have been recruited into the ranks of the "Crime Preventers" vigilante group — a government-backed youth which it's alleged influenced the recent election.
Uganda's President Stays in Power After Election Marred by Arrests and Fraud Claims
Uganda's President Yoweri Museveni will continue his 30-year reign after an election that ended with the leading opposition candidate under house arrest.
Opposition Accuses Ruling Party of Fraud in Uganda's Presidential Election
Ugandan police arrested the opposition candidate and several members of his Forum for Democratic Change party for saying the government's official preliminary vote numbers, which put the current president on track to win a fifth term, are fraudulent.
'Where Are the Ballots?' Anger and Suspicion Grow Over Delays in Uganda's Election
VICE News is on the ground in Uganda, where voters are frustrated by delays in delivering ballot papers for today's election and concerned over whether the process is "free and fair."
Quick Hit: Political Arrest Sparks Unrest in Uganda
Ugandan opposition leader Kizza Besigye was hauled off by police during a rally in Kampala on Monday, three days before national elections set for Thursday.
Ugandan Opposition Rally Ends in Tear Gas and the Candidate Being Towed Away
Dr. Kizza Besigye reportedly took the wrong road to his campaign rally and was held by police, sparking a day of unrest throughout Kampala as his supporters and security forces clashed in the streets.
Riot Gear for Ugandan Police Ahead of Elections That May Challenge President's 30-Year-Rule
The country is ramping up security efforts as 71-year-old incumbent Yoweri Museveni seeks a fifth term as the East African country's president.
Uganda Accused of Crackdown on Journalists Ahead of Presidential Election
A new report from Human Rights Watch says state officials are intimidating journalists and other critics of government policies ahead of next month's election.