Tut Riek Jikany

Educator| Activist|World Liberty Congress|Platform for African Democrats|Frontlines of Freedom

[Al Jazeera English @AJEnglish]

Mozambican opposition politician Venancio Mondlane is preparing to stand trial on five charges linked to protests after the disputed 2024 election, which he denies.

The charges could bar him from contesting the 2029 presidential election.

🔗 https://t.co/JTV1LP4FA2

[Tut Riek Jikany @TJikany]

As one of the pioneers for fair elections in Africa, Dr.Kizza Besigye suffered greatly under President Yoweri Museveni but still believes that there will be an eventual leadership change guided by popular opinion.
@WLCongress @kizzabesigye1 @freedomhouse @ADFLegal @OsloFF

[WORLD LIBERTY CONGRESS @WLCongress]

Meet Natacha Abingeneye — a Rwandan human rights activist and civic organizer based in Belgium, committed to democracy, justice, and peaceful dialogue. As former President of Jambo ASBL, she helped mobilize the Rwandan diaspora around civic participation and engagement on the future of Rwanda, while promoting dialogue, justice, and reconciliation in the Great Lakes region.

From exile, @NAbingeneye continues to advocate for fundamental freedoms and the right of Rwandans to participate in shaping their country’s future. Her work reflects a belief that lasting democratic change requires citizen engagement, accountability, and the courage to confront difficult questions of memory, justice, and reconciliation.

[WORLD LIBERTY CONGRESS @WLCongress]

The World Liberty Congress celebrates the candidacy of our former Leadership Council member and WLC Champion of Democracy Awardee Diing Deng Mou for President of South Sudan.

Diing’s vision for a peaceful, democratic and united South Sudan—built on accountable leadership, strong institutions, human rights, and government that serves its people—reflects the principles at the heart of our global movement.

We stand with @mou_diing as he takes this courageous step for the future of his country. South Sudan deserves democracy, freedom, and leadership accountable to its people.

[Tut Riek Jikany @TJikany]

“History remembers those who stood with the people—not those who stood beside the powerful while the people suffered.”

[Tut Riek Jikany @TJikany]

ALARMING REPORTS FROM JUBA

A lobbying group in Juba are threatening H.E. Rebecca Nyandeng de Mabior with arrest and detention at the Blue House. The Blue House must never be used as an instrument for silencing political voices.

[BOBI WINE @HEBobiwine]

PAUL MUSOKE was a young patriot. A committed foot soldier. A disciplined youth leader who went through the @NUP_Ug School of Leadership. Last week, Paul's house was attacked. It's door was closed from outside before being set on fire. He sustained severe injuries before being rushed to hospital by the neighbours. Despite every effort, Paul did not make it. Yesterday evening, he passed on at only 27 years of age. Such a tragic loss. Paul joins our countless comrades and supporters who have died under the most painful, brutal circumstances. In almost all cases, perpetrators of these crimes are never brought to book. Paul deserves justice. Fare thee well comrade.

[Eye Radio @EyeRadioJuba]

The government of Warrap State says 49 people have been killed and 33 others wounded in a cattle raid by armed criminals in Tonj North County. #SSOX #SouthSudan
https://t.co/DrcIxl0D9q

[WORLD LIBERTY CONGRESS @WLCongress]

"I have been notified by the Supreme Court. Venâncio Mondlane’s trial is scheduled. This will be the first time in our country’s history that a presidential candidate faces the Supreme Court for demanding electoral truth." 
— Venâncio Mondlane, WLC Leadership Council member.

Read the article: When dissent becomes a crime, by @FNFreiheit here.

https://t.co/vKlTWDtrgT

[Tut Riek Jikany @TJikany]

@Tyrese Gibson has no idea about African dictators so we will let him slide. Had he known a tiny seed of African dictators evil behavior towards their people he would not shaken hand with this little rascal call Muhoozi.

[Muhoozi Kainerugaba @mkainerugaba]

Today, I was very happy and honoured to meet the American superstar Tyrese Gibson. I told him to consider Uganda as his second home and bring more of our black brothers and sisters in America to visit.

[Sir Dan Magic @SirDanMagic1]

Four months down,King Zale is still missing after being abducted by Ugandan security agents.

Where is King Zale? @KagutaMuseveni @PoliceUg @MODVA_UPDF @mkainerugaba @JanetMuseveni @OdrekRwabwogo @ChrisOMagezi Stop kidnapping, torturing, and killing Ugandans.
#FreeAllPoliticalPrisoners

[Tut Riek Jikany @TJikany]

Christopher Allen was 26 years old.
He was a British-American freelance journalist carrying a camera and covering South Sudan's civil war when he was shot and killed during fighting in Kaya on August 26, 2017.
@EyeRadioJuba

[Solomon Kampala @kampala_solomon]

Something I have noticed is that many of us, especially in my generation, have been made to believe that we are young and that we have time to achieve the things we want to achieve. That we should ‘relax’ and enjoy our youth.

I cannot stress how wrong this idea is.

Although it is good to relax and enjoy yourself (at any age), it is also important to consider how fast time flies.
Yesterday I was 18, today I am 21, tomorrow I will be 30.
How much will I have achieved during that time?
How much will I have benefited society by the time I am thirty?
What if I die tomorrow?

These questions should motivate you as they motivated me to strive hard to achieve your goals as soon as you can, not forgetting to do it well (not perfectly) and to take some breaks along the way.

I wish you all luck as we approach this week. Cheers!

[BOBI WINE @HEBobiwine]

Reminder: Tomorrow, Saturday, August 22nd at 5:00 PM Uganda Time, the NUP Diaspora community comes together for an online fundraiser to support former political prisoners and their families as they rebuild their lives after years of imprisonment.

Join us on Zoom & TikTok!

[Tut Riek Jikany @TJikany]

South Sudan’s First General Election

The real question is therefore not only: Can South Sudan afford an election?

It is: Can South Sudan create the conditions for an election that its citizens will believe is genuinely free, fair, peaceful, and credible?

[WORLD LIBERTY CONGRESS @WLCongress]

Meet @TJikany — a South Sudanese political activist, educator, and philanthropist dedicated to advancing democracy, human rights, and accountable governance. As the founder and CEO of the South Sudan Democracy Initiative (SSDNI), he works to strengthen civic participation, democratic institutions, and citizen empowerment in one of the world’s youngest nations.

Through his leadership, Tut promotes peaceful political engagement and institutional reform while collaborating with democratic leaders across Africa through the World Liberty Congress and the Platform for African Democrats. His vision is rooted in building a free, inclusive, and democratic future for South Sudan and the continent.

[WORLD LIBERTY CONGRESS @WLCongress]

WLC celebrates the pardon of our founding member, @Succes_MASRA, after 455 days of detention. Looking forward to his imminent release and to welcoming him back to freedom.

"We thank the President of the Republic for braving the obstacles and choosing to move forward in the spirit of national unity that is being born," reacted Dr. Ndolembai Njesada, vice-president of @TransTchad, and WLC former Leadership Council member.

[WORLD LIBERTY CONGRESS @WLCongress]

In his latest article, “Maduro Is Gone. Venezuela’s Dictatorship Is Not,” WLC President Félix Maradiaga shares a timely warning: Venezuela’s future must be decided by its citizens.

Read it here: https://t.co/gcVF0UkY3u

[WORLD LIBERTY CONGRESS @WLCongress]

Tundu Lissu’s politically motivated treason case had resumed today, before the High Court of Tanzania.

Today, he returned to court still facing a case that should never have been brought.

We stand in solidarity with WLC member Tundu Lissu, and all political prisoners around the world.

We demand justice.
We demand due process.
We demand his immediate and unconditional release.

#FreeTunduLissu

[WORLD LIBERTY CONGRESS @WLCongress]

For the first time in our history, the #WLCAwards honored six extraordinary freedom fighters whose courage and commitment inspire the global movement for liberty.

Presented as a closing ceremony of WLC General Assembly in Berlin, these awards recognize those leading the fight for freedom in some of the world’s most challenging environments: dictatorships.

Congratulations to Nedal, Bate, Anjan, Tofiq, David, and Diing. Your courage moves us all. 🌍🕊️