Uganda adopted a new constitution in 1995, which established democratic principles and laid the foundation for governance under the NRM. Analyzing this document helps us see how Uganda has attempted to institutionalize democracy.

The LRA, led by Joseph Kony, waged a brutal insurgency in northern Uganda for decades. Examining how Uganda has worked to resolve this conflict provides a deeper understanding of the government’s role in maintaining peace and security.

Ethnicity is a significant factor in Uganda’s politics, influencing elections, political alliances, and conflicts. Exploring this topic helps us understand how ethnic diversity has both enriched and complicated governance in Uganda.

After Amin’s fall in 1979, Uganda experienced a period of instability, with frequent changes in leadership until Yoweri Museveni took power in 1986. This transition illustrates the complex process of political rebuilding and the challenges of achieving stability after years ...

Idi Amin seized power in a military coup in 1971 and ruled with an iron fist for eight years. His regime was characterized by human rights abuses, economic mismanagement, and international isolation. Understanding Amin’s rule gives insight into how dictatorships ...

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 ...

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 ...