The legal battle for Dr. Kizza Besigye’s release took a dramatic turn on Wednesday when Judge Singizi Douglas ordered his return to prison due to his ill health. The judge expressed concern about Besigye’s deteriorating condition, stating that he could not proceed with a sick prisoner who might faint in […]
By Reuters As Rwanda-backed rebels strolled through the streets of eastern Democratic Republic of Congo’s second-largest city, President Felix Tshisekedi’s office claimed it was actually still controlled by his army and “valiant” allied forces. It was the latest jarring move from the 61-year-old leader that has fuelled a sense of […]
Democratic Party (DP) President General Norbert Mao, who also serves as Minister of Justice and Constitutional Affairs, is exploring options to persuade the National Resistance Movement (NRM) party to withdraw from the Kawempe North parliamentary by-election and support the DP candidate. Mao announced Henry Kasakya Mubiru as the DP’s flag […]
Five Forum for Democratic Change (FDC) supporters, including Kampala City Deputy Lord Mayor Doreen Nyanjula, Ingrid Turinawe, Faridah Nangonzi, Shadia Namubiru, and Phiona Kabayiza, have been remanded to Luzira Women’s Prison. They were charged with being a common nuisance after demanding the release of Dr. Kizza Besigye from Luzira Prison. […]
The High Court in Kampala is set to hear a habeas corpus application filed by Dr. Kizza Besigye and his aide, Hajji Obeid Lutale, today, February 19, 2025. They are seeking their unconditional release from Luzira Prison. The application, originally scheduled for February 25, was moved forward following negotiations between […]
