Recently, dozens of individuals in Kampala, Uganda, were detained for participating in anti-corruption protests despite an official ban. The protests, fueled by social media, were prompted by ongoing accusations of corruption among high-profile public figures in the country.
President Yoweri Museveni, who has been in power for nearly four decades, had warned protesters against disruption. Despite police refusal to grant permission for the demonstration, protesters, holding signs condemning corruption, marched towards the parliament, only to be met with heavy police presence and arrests.
Among those detained were a well-known TV presenter and three protest leaders. Legal organizations are advocating for justice for the detainees, emphasizing the importance of the rule of law.
The crackdown on corruption in Uganda has garnered international attention, with the UK and US imposing sanctions on several officials linked to corruption allegations earlier this year. Despite the risks, protesters remain committed to fighting against corruption and injustice in the face of adversity.