Otieno had been among activists arrested in Nairobi's Central Business District on Monday, September 21, during protests over the continued detention of Ugandan opposition leader Kizza Besigye.
By Maureen KinyanjuiMuteti went missing on Monday, September 21, 2026, during protests in Nairobi's Central Business District. According to accounts from fellow activists and court documents, he had left other demonstrators to go to a cybercafé along Aga Khan Walk to print a petition that protesters intended to present to government institutions
By Chrispho OwuorBesigye was reported missing on November 16, 2024, while in Nairobi for the launch of a book by former Kenyan Justice Minister Martha Karua. Amnesty International said he resurfaced on November 20, when he was brought before the General Court Martial in Kampala, where he was charged alongside his colleague Haji Obeid Lutale
By Chrispho OwuorBesigye is facing the charges together with his aide, Hajji Obeid Lutale, and Uganda People's Defence Force (UPDF) officer Captain Denis Oola, also known as Denis Oola Ooya. All three have denied the allegations.
By Bradley BosireKarua said Besigye’s long stay in detention had not only separated him from his family and supporters but had also affected those who have stood by him, including members of his legal team.
By Bradley BosireWinnie said her 70-year-old husband was transferred from the prison after dark to the Joint Clinical Research Centre (JCRC) off Entebbe Road, about 10 kilometres from Kampala.
By Maureen KinyanjuiByanyima said Besigye had been receiving support from his family while at Mulago, where doctors had recommended a rehabilitation programme following his recent deterioration.
By Maureen KinyanjuiAccording to Türk, the developments under President Yoweri Museveni's administration have left many Ugandans living in fear as restrictions on fundamental freedoms continue to grow.
By Bradley BosireThe opposition politician has remained behind bars since November 2024 after he and his aide, Obeid Lutale, were arrested in neighbouring Kenya before being taken back to Uganda, where both were later charged with treason.
By Maureen KinyanjuiThe Judiciary said the new protocols were adopted after reviewing arrangements for the high-profile case involving Besigye, Hajji Obeid Lutale and Denis Oola. The proceedings will be held at the Criminal Division of the High Court in Kampala.
By Bradley BosireKarua said she was travelling to Uganda in her capacity as lead counsel in the treason case involving Ugandan opposition leader Kizza Besigye and co-accused Obeid Lutale, and to attend proceedings linked to a bail hearing for her co-counsel, former Kampala Lord Mayor Erias Lukwago.
By Bradley BosireKanjama, who was on the same mission, was allowed into Uganda, a contrast that later raised concerns within legal circles about why one member of a legal team was admitted while another was blocked.
By Bradley BosireKarua said she had initially cleared by immigration and was waiting for colleagues at the airport before officials recalled her over what they described as an alert in the system.
By David AbonyoAccording to a statement issued by Karua's team on Monday, the Kenyan Senior Counsel had travelled aboard a Kenya Airways flight alongside Law Society of Kenya President Charles Kanjama, but only Mr Kanjama was permitted entry.
By David AbonyoKarua also sent a message of support to Winnie Byanyima, Besigye’s spouse, commending her strength during what she described as a painful and prolonged period for the family.
By Bradley BosireThe move comes nearly eight months after the two were arrested and detained at Luzira Prison, with their bail requests and a motion for the magistrate’s withdrawal still pending.
By Maureen KinyanjuiThe polls, set for June 19 and to be held at the village level, will elect representatives of the youth, older persons, and persons with disabilities.
By Maureen KinyanjuiThe Ugandan constitution says that any person held for more than 180 days without the start of a trial must be released on bail.
By Maureen KinyanjuiBesigye, who is facing treason charges alongside Hajj Lutale and UPDF Captain Denis Oola
By Maureen KinyanjuiThe Kenyan government has maintained that it acted in line with diplomatic duties and national priorities
By Maureen KinyanjuiWine confirmed his plans to contest the presidency in the upcoming election set for January.
By Maureen KinyanjuiKainerugaba shared what seemed to be a photo of Mutwe, shirtless, and claimed he had caught him "like a grasshopper."
By Brenda SockyCritics have long accused President Yoweri Museveni’s administration of using military courts to silence political dissent by targeting opposition members and supporters with what they claim are baseless charges.
By Maureen Kinyanjui