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HRCU WEEKLY UPDATE AND ANALYSIS | 11TH TO 17TH AUGUST 2025

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Our Valued Human Rights Defenders and Partners, Greetings! As we commence a new week in our shared commitment to justice and the protection of human dignity, The Human Rights Centre Uganda reaffirms its steadfast dedication to safeguarding the rights and freedoms of all individuals. In the face of both ongoing and emerging challenges, we call on all stakeholders to remain vigilant, actively engaged, and united. Transparent communication and sustained, meaningful collaboration are vital to achieving durable, rights-based solutions. Below is a concise summary of last week’s key news developments. We deeply value your unwavering commitment to advancing human rights and justice for all. NATIONAL UPDATE S UGANDA: BESIGYE BAIL DENIALS SERIOUSLY TROUBLING Repeated denials of bail to detained Ugandan opposition leader Kizza Besigye and his associate Obeid Lutale are seriously troubling, says the Office of the United Nations High Commissioner for Human Rights . Source: https:...
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HRCU WEEKLY UPDATE AND ANALYSIS | 4TH TO 10TH AUGUST 2025

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  Dear Human Rights Defender and Valued Partner, As we begin a new week in our collective journey toward justice and the protection of human dignity, the Human Rights Centre Uganda reaffirms its steadfast commitment to upholding the rights and freedoms of all people. In the face of both persistent and emerging challenges, we encourage all stakeholders to stay alert, engaged, and united. Open communication and meaningful, sustained collaboration remain key to building lasting, rights-based solutions. Please find below a summary of last week's key developments. We deeply appreciate your ongoing commitment to advancing human rights and justice for all. NATIONAL UPDATE S STATE OPPOSES BESIGYE’S SECOND BAIL APPLICATION The office of the Director of Public Prosecutions(ODPP) has opposed a second bail request by opposition leader Col.(rtd) Dr.Kizza Besigye.Dr.Besigye,who is facing treason charges alongside his aide Obeid Lutale,is seeking mandatory bail. Source: https://w...
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HRCU WEEKLY UPDATE AND ANALYSIS | 21ST TO 27TH JULY 2025

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Dear Human Rights Defender and Valued Partner, As we commence a new week in our shared pursuit of justice and human dignity, the Human Rights Centre Uganda reaffirms its unwavering commitment to protecting and promoting the rights and freedoms of all individuals. Amid both ongoing and emerging challenges, we urge all stakeholders to remain vigilant and actively involved. Transparent communication and strong, sustained collaboration are vital to developing lasting, rights-based solutions. Below is a summary of key developments from the past week. We remain deeply grateful for your continued dedication to the advancement of human rights and justice for all. NATIONAL UPDATE S JUDICIARY PAYS TRIBUTE TO JUSTICE KANYEIHAMBA The Uganda flag flew at half -must on top of the Supreme Court building in Kampala to symbolize the mourning of Prof. George Wilson Kayeihamba.A white, big tent was erected next to the same building where Chief Justice Alfonse Owiny-Dollo who led a panel of s...
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