Politics

Corruption is a persistent issue in Uganda’s politics. Understanding its effects helps explain challenges in public service delivery and trust in leadership.

From coups to the involvement of the military in governance, the armed forces have played a significant role in shaping Uganda’s political history. Understanding this relationship highlights the interplay between military power and civilian rule.

Land ownership and disputes are a major source of tension, often politicized to gain support or suppress opposition.

This question focuses on the role that political parties play in shaping Uganda’s governance. It includes discussing how they impact decision-making, elections, and public policy, and how the competition among them influences democratic processes.

Milton Obote was Uganda’s first Prime Minister and later President. His leadership marked the beginning of political centralization, but it was also marred by conflicts, including the 1966 constitutional crisis. Learning about Obote’s rule sheds light on the roots of ...

This question explores how political parties raise and manage funds for their campaigns and operations. It would touch on sources of party funding, including government support, donations, and membership contributions, as well as the role of transparency in managing finances.

Uganda became independent from British rule in 1962. This was a turning point, but the new nation faced significant challenges such as tribal divisions, struggles over power-sharing, and managing ethnic diversity. Understanding these early issues helps explain how Uganda’s political ...

This question seeks to understand the various types of government systems across African countries, such as democracies, monarchies, and one-party states, and how they function in different contexts.

The coexistence of traditional leadership and democratic institutions presents unique challenges and opportunities for governance.