Ugandas

Uganda’s Domestic Debt Surge Linked to Anti-Gay Legislation’s Impact on Foreign Lending

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Kampala, Uganda – The domestic debt in Uganda has surged dramatically amid international lenders pulling back in response to the country’s strict anti-gay legislation. This law has sparked widespread condemnation from foreign governments and organizations, leading to a tightening of available funds and increased financial pressure on the Ugandan economy. As foreign financing dwindles, Uganda’s reliance on domestic borrowing has escalated. The country’s debt reached approximately 57 trillion Ugandan shillings (about $15.5 billion) by the end of the last fiscal year, representing over 50% of GDP. The increase has raised concerns over fiscal sustainability and … Read more

Uganda’s Economy Takes $1.6 Billion Hit Due to Anti-LGBTQ Legislation, Research Reveals

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Kampala, Uganda — A recent study reveals that Uganda could face substantial economic losses, totaling $1.6 billion annually, due to the implementation of stringent anti-LGBTQ laws. This alarming projection quantifies the potential financial repercussions associated with a legislative environment that could deter foreign investment, hinder tourism, and affect international aid. The research, carried out by a consortium of economists and human rights activists, suggests that the ramifications of such laws extend beyond ethical concerns and deeply into the national economy. The punitive measures against the LGBTQ community not only undermine human rights but also threaten … Read more

Tragic Loss Ignites Debate on Uganda’s Abortion Laws and Cultural Clash

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Kampala, Uganda – Moses Odongo, a healthcare advocate, experienced profound loss when his 14-year-old cousin, Christine, tragically died while attempting a dangerous self-induced abortion. This heartbreak occurred at his home in Kampala just as he was settling down from a day’s work. Stricken with grief and anger, Odongo points to the stringent abortion laws and deeply conservative culture in Uganda as contributors to such devastating incidents. For Odongo, who is deeply invested in reproductive health education through his non-profit Family Medical Point, these tragedies are all too familiar yet painfully personal. He explains how lack … Read more

Uganda’s Supreme Court Faces Landmark Appeal Over Anti-Gay Legislation Amidst International Condemnation

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Kampala, Uganda — Rights activists and a Ugandan politician initiated an appeal to Uganda’s Supreme Court on Thursday, striving to overturn a prior ruling that affirmed the Anti-Homosexuality Act, known for imposing some of the toughest penalties globally, including the death penalty and life imprisonment for homosexual acts. Lawyer Nicholas Opiyo, representing the appellants, confirmed the submission of the appeal, marking a critical juncture in the fight against the legislation. The pushback comes after Uganda’s Constitutional Court in April upheld the severe anti-gay legislation enacted last year, dismissing arguments that it breached the country’s constitution. … Read more