Articles by Human Rights Network for Journalists – Uganda (HRNJ-Uganda)
Radio station succumbs to pressure, suspends political talk show
Kitara FM radio station has reportedly suspended its political talk show after it sparked controversy by discussing the manner in which an army deserter was arrested.
Journalist harassed over political talk show
Samuel Kajumba has been harassed since discussing on his show the manner in which the army arrested an alleged deserter.
Author arrested for publishing book that called for president to step down
Vincent Nzaramba is being detained at the Rapid Response Unit headquarters in Kampala and has reportedly gone on a hunger strike to protest his treatment.
Local council leaders move to bar media activities in Kalangala district
If the resolution is passed it will automatically become a by-law under which journalists could be arrested and prosecuted for trespassing.
Kibaale journalist injured while covering student protest
Freelancer Ismail Kasooha was struck with stones in the chest and stomach while covering the protest.
Radio presenter goes missing
HRNJ-Uganda fears that the disappearance of Augustine Okello could be related to his work on a morning call-in show which touches on political, social, economic and cultural issues.
Government passes Access to Information Act regulations
The regulations, which are meant to operationalise the Access to Information Act passed by parliament six years ago, were gazetted in April but kept from the public until recently.
Television journalist assaulted, detained by police
An eyewitness said Kigongo Ssebalamu was assaulted by a group of police officers after he refused to stop filming a village meeting.