My sister @miriamatembe I stand with you. Praying for your safety.
A leader with integrity and compassion, you have spoken out against abuse of power, human rights violations and the oppression of women. A scared son of @KagutaMuseveni wants to intimidate and silence you. We will stand with you as you stand up to him.
#saynotoabuse
#FreeMiriaMatembe
#EqualityUndertheLaw
🚨UPDATE: In February 1998, Dr.Miria Matembe was appointed as the minister of ethics and integrity and served in cabinet until 2003.
Dr.Miria Matembe is an ex-official to the parliament of Uganda,she’s an advocate and a senior citizen
Hon.Miria Matembe is a mother to someone, a wife to someone and someone’s daughter
She’s a respected figure in the country and and advocate for the rule of law
If a respected figure like Dr.Miria Matembe’s home can be raided🤔 who is safe in this country
Museveni’s son Muhoozi Kainerugaba is using a lot of power and he has crossed the line and the silence of Museveni on the brutal acts of his son speaks loud
UPDATE: Women activists have condemned recent raids on the homes of government critics, accusing security agencies of disregarding due process. @SarahBireete said her home had also been raided, describing the operations as evidence of poor intelligence gathering. She urged security agencies to issue police summons where there is suspicion of a crime instead of conducting raids. She made the remarks at a Uganda Women's Movement press conference held in solidarity with Dr Miria Matembe, whose home was raided earlier this week.
#MonitorUpdates
📹: @khalilmanzil1
Bonjour Paris! 🇫🇷🇺🇬
The Pearl of Africa has officially arrived in the heart of France! The Embassy is thrilled to launch a vibrant new tourism campaign right here in Paris, showcasing the breathtaking beauty, diverse wildlife, and unforgettable experiences that await you in Uganda.
Keep your eyes peeled as our specially branded "Explore Uganda" buses roll past iconic landmarks like the Eiffel Tower! 🚌✨
Why Explore Uganda? 🌿
Uganda is a land of contrasts and wonders, offering everything from adrenaline-pumping adventures to serene encounters with nature:
The Giants of the Jungle:Come face-to-face with the majestic Mountain Gorillas in Bwindi Impenetrable National Park, or spot the Big Five roaming across our vast savannas.
The Peaks & Rivers: Marvel at the snow-capped Rwenzori Mountains and discover the source of the mighty Nile River.
The Warmest Welcome: Experience the world-renowned hospitality, rich cultural heritage, and vibrant energy of the Ugandan people.
Join the Journey 🌍
Whether you are an avid adventurer, a wildlife enthusiast, or simply looking for your next unforgettable holiday destination, Uganda is ready to welcome you with open arms.
Plan your journey today and discover why we are truly "The Pearl of Africa".
#ExploreUganda #ThePearlOfAfrica #UgandaInParis #VisitUganda #ParisToUganda #TourismUganda #TravelAfrica
The bad news is that travelers from #Uganda are barred from going to the UAE. The good news is that I had no intention of going to the UAE.
They can have their sandlot. I’m going to enjoy some matooke.
Winning!
An Ebola ‘Conspiracy’?: Why is Uganda Blacklisted While DR Congo Where It Originated Gets a Pass?
It’s very difficult to get agreement on anything in politically polarised Uganda, but there is a rare growing consensus in the country that a "conspiracy" at play against it regarding the latest Ebola outbreak.
As is often the case, the virus originated in the Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC) where 452 confirmed cases, 1,000 suspected cases, and 82 deaths have been recorded - before spilling over into Uganda.
Uganda has registered 15 cases and just ONE (1) death, a 59-year-old Congolese man who had come into the country from the DRC.
This is where it gets strange. Despite this disparity, western governments have issued over a dozen strict travel advisories specifically targeting Uganda, far eclipsing those levied against the DRC, and even suspension of visas!!!. This has prompted Ugandan politicians and social media users to rail against them and sections of international media like Al Jazeera for "bundling Uganda with Congo" and treating the two as a single entity.
The situation in Kenya might throw some light on the Uganda case. Protests erupted in Nanyuki, in the mountainous central region of the country, over a proposed US Ebola quarantine facility at Laikipia Air Base. This backdrop lends some credence to a disclosure from an authoritative Nairobi-based journalist who said: "We hear the US initially approached Uganda, which possesses the continent’s finest technical expertise on Ebola. Kampala refused, stating, 'We are too busy managing the spillover from Congo'."
If Kampala did indeed rebuff Washington, it is confounding given the Ugandan government’s long history of subservience to US interests. Yet, it might explain why conspiracy theories are thriving. Kampala likely suspects it is being internationally penalised for refusing to fall in line and serve as an Ebola "leper colony".
What is clear is how anomalous it is for a nation with minor spillover cases to be treated as the primary medical pariah.
@AfricaCDC - we are tired of this malicious framing of what’s going on with Ebola.
You know better than this. The government of Uganda has been cooperating with you fully and considers you a partner.
That’s why this tweet is polite.
Do the right thing.
@AfricaCDC. Your reporting is becoming problematic than Ebola itself. Just to remind you that Uganda is a sovereign country don't bundle us with other countries. Uganda has 8 reported cases all on treatment. All contacts have been traced. This to remind you that your an African Union institution that respect member states. @_AfricanUnion@NuursViews
@ZukuUganda your customer service agent today was appalling! Go ahead and cancel any subscriptions you have with me.
It’s a New year let’s try other service providers who acknowledge I am PAYING for the service and YOU are not doing me a FAVOR!