President Mohamud briefed the President on Somalia’s security situation and commended the Uganda People’s Defence Forces (UPDF) for their contribution to African Union-led peace support operations against Al-Shabaab. He also expressed hope that Ugandan troops would remain in Somalia longer to support efforts to achieve lasting peace and stability.
Mugumya, a former aide to former presidential candidate Dr. Kizza Besigye, has previously been at the center of politically charged cases. His latest case comes at a time of heightened scrutiny over reports of enforced disappearances and prolonged detention without trial.
Uganda reiterated its support for Israel’s right to exist while also backing the Palestinian people’s right to have their own state. The government said many complications surrounding the conflict stem from different actors' failure to address the issue fairly.
The President said he later learnt from Queen Mother Best Kemigisa that Oyo had left behind a young boy who would eventually be presented to the public.
According to the police, preliminary investigations indicate that the teenager had been posting videos containing vulgar and offensive language, which investigators believe amounted to incitement to violence and the promotion of sectarianism. Police also described the content as inappropriate, particularly given the suspect’s age.
Uganda has a lot to learn from the elections and political landscape in South Africa. The NRM has been in power for a long time, but support and winning percentages have gradually dwindled.