Uganda
Violent Rebels Are Taking Swathes of the Congo
The feared M23 group is active again, displacing thousands of people and stoking fears that fresh violence could engulf the country.
How COVID Knocked Out a Boxing Gym That Took People From Poverty to the Olympics
Despite limited resources Kampala’s East Coast Boxing Club has produced a conveyor belt of talented athletes that go on to feature at the Olympics. But COVID has left the gym reeling, putting sporting success and livelihoods on the brink.
‘A Great Loss to Women’: Uganda Says Consent Cannot Be Withdrawn During Sex
A heavily criticised piece of legislation has also stepped up the criminalisation of gay sex.
These People Are Losing Their Gods to Climate Change
As Uganda's mountainous ice caps melt, ethnic groups are losing the traditional belief systems that have sustained them for thousands of years.
Bobi Wine Ends Legal Fight to Overturn Uganda’s Presidential Election
But the opposition candidate, who lost what he claims was a rigged election last month, said that he would go to “the court of the people of Uganda”.
Why Activists Are Celebrating MTV Africa Postponing Its Awards Show in Uganda
The move came as human rights abuse claims continue to mount against the country's government.
What It’s Like To Be Young and Hopeless in the World’s ‘Youngest’ Country
As Uganda's President Museveni settles into his fourth decade in power, VICE World News spoke to the young voters that Bobi Wine needs to carry on his movement
Fear and Resignation in Uganda After Disputed Election Results
Museveni is heading into a fourth decade in power and Bobi Wine is under house arrest. But while there have been few celebrations, there are few protests too.
Young Ugandans Want Change From the Only President They've Ever Known
VICE World News spoke with young people in one of Kampala's largest slums to discover what they hope the election will bring.
Bobi Wine Interview: 'We're Happy to Die for a Dignified Life'
VICE World News speaks to the former Ugandan musician who has faced arrest, torture and assassination attempts in his bid to become Africa's youngest president.
Uganda Shuts Down the Internet Ahead of its Election
Facing an internet savvy challenger to the Presidency, Uganda’s government has ordered the internet shutdown until further notice.
Bobi Wine’s Supporters Outed Me As Trans – But I Would Still Vote for Him
Uganda's President Museveni and his party have accused opponents of being funded by "gay money," while opposition challenger Bobi Wine has tried to walk back past homophobic remarks.