Tag: Uganda
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Former LRA Commander Thomas Kwoyelo Sentenced to 40 Years in Uganda’s First War Crimes Trial
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Former Lord’s Resistance Army (LRA) commander Thomas Kwoyelo has been sentenced to 40 years in prison for war crimes. This sentence, handed down on October 25, 2024, marks the first time an LRA member has been tried and convicted within Uganda, signaling a shift towards accountability for the group’s brutal,…
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Fatal Fuel Explosion Near Kampala: A Tragedy and a Wake-Up Call
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On October 22, 2024, Uganda awoke to sad news: a gasoline truck had toppled and exploded on the outskirts of Kampala, killing 11 people, including two youngsters. The tragedy happened in Kigogwa Town on Bombo Road, which connects the capital with the northern city of Gulu. What should have been…
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Undersea Cable Damage Disrupts Internet in East Africa
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Recent damage to undersea cables has disrupted internet services in several East African countries, including Kenya, Uganda, Tanzania, and Rwanda. This marks the third widespread disruption in Africa’s internet connectivity since the beginning of the year, raising concerns about the continent’s network vulnerabilities. The damage affected two crucial submarine cables,…