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HRCU WEEKLY UPDATE AND ANALYSIS | 1ST TO 7TH SEPTEMBER 2025

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  Dear Human Rights Defender and Partner in Human Rights Promotion, Welcome to this new week! In the face of both enduring and emerging challenges, we call upon all stakeholders to remain steadfast, collaborative, and forward-looking. Constructive dialogue and principled partnership remain essential in shaping inclusive, rights-based solutions that strengthen the fabric of our communities. Please find below a summary of last week’s stories.  NATIONAL UPDATE S HIGH COURT POSTPONES BESIGYE TREASON TRIAL DUE TO ILL HEALTH The High Court in Kampala has postponed the much-anticipated treason trial involving retired Colonel Dr. Kizza Besigye and his co-accused Hajji Obeid Lutale after two of the accused failed to appear in court due to ill health. Source: https://megafmug.com/high-court-postpones-besigye-treason-trial-due-to-ill-health/ HIGH COURT SAYS COHABITING PARTNERS CAN SHARE PROPERTY UPON SEPARATION The High Court in Kampala has reaffirmed that property...

HRCU WEEKLY UPDATE AND ANALYSIS | 25TH TO 31ST AUGUST 2025

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  Dear Human Rights Defenders and Partners, As we enter a new week which happens to be in a new month, the Human Rights Centre Uganda proudly reaffirms its unwavering commitment to justice, dignity, and the protection of all human rights. In the face of ongoing and emerging challenges, we urge all stakeholders to remain engaged, united, and proactive. Meaningful collaboration and open dialogue are key to building lasting, rights-based solutions that uplift our communities. Below is a snapshot of last week’s key human rights developments. We deeply appreciate your continued dedication and partnership in advancing a just, inclusive, and rights-respecting society. NATIONAL UPDATE S BESIGYE INSTRUCTS HIS LAWYERS TO BOYCOTT JUDGE BAGUMA Laywers representing jailed veteran opposition politican,Dr Kizza Besigye,say their client has instructed them not to appear before High Court Judge Emmanuel Baguma,whom they accuse of bias. Source: https://www.monitor.co.ug/uganda/news/n...

HRCU WEEKLY UPDATE AND ANALYSIS | 18TH TO 24TH AUGUST 2025

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  Greetings to Our Valued Human Rights Defenders and Partners, The Human Rights Centre Uganda (HRCU) continues to share with you, valuable information in relation to human rights promotion and protection in Uganda. As children enjoy their holidays, Uganda Police Force has a message or guidance on child protection This can be accessed via: https://upf.go.ug/guidance-on-child-protection-during-august-2025-holidays/ In the face of both enduring and emerging challenges, we call upon all stakeholders to remain vigilant, actively engaged, and united in purpose. Transparent communication and sustained, meaningful collaboration are not just important they are essential to forging lasting, rights-based solutions that truly serve our communities. Below is a concise summary of last week’s key developments in the human rights landscape. We are deeply grateful for your continued dedication, resilience, and shared commitment to building a just, inclusive, and rights-respecting society...

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:...