Uganda hosts one of the largest refugee populations in Africa, which affects its politics, economy, and regional relations.

This inquiry looks at the growing role of young people in African politics, especially with movements advocating for change, anti-corruption, and social justice, and how these movements are shaping leadership across the continent.

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 ...

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

This question focuses on the influence of traditional chiefs, elders, and tribal leaders in modern political life, examining how they interact with formal state governance and contribute to local decision-making.

Uganda is a member of organizations like the African Union and the United Nations. Its foreign policy has been shaped by regional dynamics, such as its involvement in South Sudan and the Democratic Republic of Congo. Exploring this provides a ...

After independence, Uganda’s politics were influenced by global powers like Britain and the Cold War dynamics. Foreign aid, alliances, and interventions shaped policies and leadership decisions.

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 ...