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Uganda’s land eviction crisis: do populist state measures actually fix problems?

Populism is rife in various African countries. This political ideology responds to and takes advantage of a situation where a large section of people feels exploited, marginalised or disempowered. It sets up “the people” against “the other”. It promises solidarity with the excluded by addressing their grievances. Populism targets broad…

The Conversation · Jul 27, 2025

‘Controversy is always good fodder’: Uganda’s cartoonists turn their pens on president’s provocative son

Gen Muhoozi Kainerugaba’s inflammatory social media posts provide rich pickings for satirists in country where freedom of expression is usually curtailed

The Guardian - UK · Jul 24, 2025

Zohran Mamdani Trolls Racist X Users Ahead of Africa Trip: 'Uganda Miss Me'

NYC Mayoral candidate Zohran Mamdani turned xenophobic insults into a moment of levity, announcing a trip to Uganda in a video trolling far-right critics.

Latin Times · Jul 21, 2025

Zohran Mamdani’s last name reflects centuries of intercontinental trade, migration and cultural exchange

When Zohran Mamdani announced his candidacy for mayor of New York City, political observers noted his progressive platform and legislative record. But understanding the Democratic candidate’s background requires examining the rich cultural tapestry woven into his very surname: Mamdani.

The Conversation · Jul 14, 2025

Anti-woke activist applauds his ‘friends’ at the New York Times for Zohran Mamdani college application ‘scoop’

The New York Times has faced intense backlash in recent days for its story on Zohran Mamdani, who was born in Uganda, identifying himself as ‘African American’ and ‘Asian’ on a college application form.

The Independent UK · Jul 7, 2025

Uganda’s ride-hailing motorbike service promised safety – but drivers are under pressure to speed

Motorcycle-taxis are one of the fastest and most convenient ways to get around Uganda’s congested capital, Kampala. But they are also the most dangerous. Though they account for one-third of public transport trips taking place within the city, police reports suggest motorcycles were involved in 80% of all road-crash deaths…

The Conversation · Jul 2, 2025

Ugandan opposition MP abducted and tortured ahead of elections

Barnabas Tinkasiimire, a Ugandan member of parliament critical of President Yoweri Museveni, was abducted over the weekend and apparently tortured before his release, a member of the law society said on Monday. Uganda has seen increased pressure on opposition figures ahead of presidential elections in January. Museveni announced he will…

Radio France Internationale · Jul 1, 2025

Uganda’s President Museveni confirms bid to extend nearly 40-year rule

The 80-year-old leader pledges economic growth from today’s GDP of $66bn to $500bn within the next five years.

Al Jazeera · Jun 29, 2025

How does Marburg virus spread between species? Young Ugandan scientist’s photos give important clues

In the shadows of Python Cave, Uganda, a leopard leaps from a guano mound – formed by bat excrement – and sinks its teeth into a bat. But this is no ordinary bat colony. The thousands of Egyptian fruit bats (Rousettus aegyptiacus) found in this cave are known carriers of…

The Conversation · Jun 28, 2025

Who is Khaman Maluach, the South Sudanese player picked in the NBA draft?

‘I’m here representing the whole continent of Africa,’ Maluach said after being drafted by the Houston Rockets.

Al Jazeera · Jun 26, 2025