Uganda opposition leader treason trial starts without lawyers
The judge said Besigye would be able to choose from a list of state lawyers and if he failed to do so, they would be selected for him.
The judge said Besigye would be able to choose from a list of state lawyers and if he failed to do so, they would be selected for him.
The Uganda Law Society said Museveni’s remarks on Besigye’s case and his views on bail interfere with the independence of the courts.
Some linked the problems to an internet blackout imposed by the government on Tuesday despite repeated promises not to do so.
Besigye, 69, is a leading opponent of President Yoweri Museveni — in power for nearly 40 years — having unsuccessfully challenged him in four elections.
Uganda’s main opposition party said Wednesday its leader Bobi Wine would run in upcoming presidential elections, likely pitting the popular musician-turned-politician against President Yoweri Museveni.
Katika taarifa yake kupitia akaunti yake ya X, Karua alidai kuingia kwao Uganda kulikuwa kwa taratibu, kwa kuzingatia kanuni za mtangamano wa Jumuiya ya Afrika Mashariki (EAC).
The High Court in Kampala, Uganda, has denied bail to veteran opposition politician Dr. Kizza Besigye and his aide Hajj…
The peaceful protest, organized by Amnesty International Kenya, Vocal Africa, and other civil society groups, started at Aga Khan Walk in Nairobi’s CBD before proceeding to Parliament Buildings and the Ugandan High Commission.
However, activists in Kenya have planned a peaceful protest on February 24, demanding Besigye’s unconditional release
The groups are calling for the immediate release of Dr. Besigye, Hajj Obeid Lutale, and lawyer Eron Kiiza, along with an end to the militarization of justice in Uganda.