Uganda

A Congolese national was shot and injured by a Uganda People’s Defense Forces (UPDF) soldier in Kisolholho Village, Karambi Sub County in Kasese District on Monday. The incident occurred when the victim crossed into Uganda through a porous border point, sparking a confrontation with the soldier who was on patrol duty. UPDF Soldier Opens Fire on Congolese National The victim, identified as Muhindo Muhindo, a resident of Kyondo Village in Beni Territory, Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC), was allegedly shot in the chest by the UPDF soldier from the 5th Battalion Rusese. The soldier claimed that he fired in self-defense after the victim attempted to attack him with a machete. The victim was rushed to Bwera Hospital for treatment, where he is said to be in stable condition. He denied attacking the soldier and said that he crossed into Uganda to buy food and other items, as he often does. (Read Also:...

  Uganda’s President Yoweri Museveni has expressed his displeasure at the World Bank’s action to stop lending money to the country. The reason for this move was Uganda’s enactment of a law that criminalizes LGBTQ activities. Museveni asserted that Uganda would not compromise its cultural and religious beliefs for financial gain. He stated, “It’s regrettable that the World Bank and other parties have the audacity to try to force us to give up our faith, culture, principles and sovereignty, using money,” according to Reuters. He also added, “They have a very low opinion of all Africans.” (Read Also: Malaysia prohibits Swatch products with LGBTQ symbols) World Bank’s Decision and Global Backlash The World Bank announced on Tuesday that it would sus...