HRCU WEEKLY UPDATES: ISSUE NO. 13 OF 2024
THE WEEK OF 29 TH APRIL TO 5 TH MAY 2024 Dear reader, Welcome to a new week and another edition of HRCU’s weekly updates delving into the working environment of HRDs in Uganda and the key emerging human rights issues. As a tradition, in this week's update, we delve into the ever-evolving landscape of human rights advocacy, shedding light on the challenges faced by those on the front lines and the emerging issues that demand our attention. As we embark on this journey together, let's first acknowledge the unwavering courage and resilience of human rights defenders in Uganda and worldwide. Despite facing formidable obstacles, they persist in their tireless efforts to promote and protect the fundamental rights and freedoms of all individuals. In the current socio-political climate, human rights defenders confront a myriad of challenges in their daily work. From targeted attacks and harassment to legal and administrative hurdles, the obstacles they encounter are m