Uganda

Legal Team Claims Deportation Threat to Uganda as Coercive Tactic in Kilmar Abrego García’s Case

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Kilmar Abrego García, currently facing potential deportation to Uganda, has seen his legal team characterize this threat as a form of coercion. The case has garnered attention due to its implications for immigrant rights and deportation policies. Abrego García, who fled violence in his homeland, contends that returning to Uganda could jeopardize his safety. His attorneys argue that the deportation threat is not only a matter of legal proceedings but also an ethical issue regarding the treatment of vulnerable individuals. They assert that such actions could compel Abrego García to abandon his asylum claims, presenting … Read more

Uganda Proposes Controversial Law Empowering Military Courts to Try Civilians

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Kampala, Uganda – In a controversial move, Uganda’s government has announced plans to introduce a bill that would empower military courts to prosecute civilians, a reform that has stirred public outcry and condemnation from various human rights groups. The proposal, poised to broaden the jurisdiction of military tribunals, marks a significant shift in the legal landscape of the East African nation. The bill, set to be introduced to Parliament shortly, is primarily targeted at offenses related to the possession of military hardware by unauthorized persons. According to government spokesperson Ofwono Opondo, the measure is deemed … Read more

Nicholas Opiyo Steps Down as Executive Director of Chapter Four Uganda, Anthony Masake Steps Up to Lead

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KAMPALA, Uganda — Nicholas Opiyo, a prominent human rights lawyer and the founder of Chapter Four Uganda, has announced his departure from the position of executive director, a role he has held since the organization’s inception in 2013. He passes the leadership baton to Anthony Masake, a seasoned member of the Chapter Four Uganda team. Under Opiyo’s guidance, the organization has been at the forefront of significant legal battles, including the notable nullification of Uganda’s Anti-Homosexuality Act in 2014. Anthony Masake steps into the role with a wealth of experience and a commitment to continue … Read more

Gay Rights Activists Rally for International Pressure on Uganda Amid Upheld Death Penalty Law for ‘Aggravated Homosexuality’

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Kampala, Uganda – Gay rights activists in Uganda are calling for increased international pressure on the government to repeal a law that imposes the death penalty for “aggravated homosexuality.” The Constitutional Court of Uganda recently refused to nullify the law, which also includes lengthy prison sentences for other same-sex offenses. Homosexuality is already illegal in Uganda, as well as in many other African countries. Members of the LGBT community and activists are urging the international community to exert more pressure on the Ugandan government in order to bring about the repeal of the anti-gay law. … Read more