Kakwenza Rukirabashaija
In late December 2021, novelist Rukirabashaija was detained for a month on charges of “offensive communication” over tweets criticizing President Museveni and his son. After his release, he fled… More
Uganda: Drop All Charges against Kakwenza Rukirabashaija
PEN condemns the unlawful arrest and detention of Ugandan novelist and journalist Kakwenza Rukirabashaija. He was arrested on the morning of September 18, 2020 at his home in Iganga… More
Allinda Michael Ziggy Wine
Ziggy Wine was kidnapped in July 2019; his mutilated body was found one week later and he died in hospital shortly after. His family believes the state played a… More
David Mugema
Mugema, a musician and activist, was arrested on December 5, 2017 for the dissemination of his song "Wumula," seen as offensive to President Yoweri Museveni. He was released on… More
Moses Nsubuga Viboyo
Nsubuga, a musician and activist, was arrested and charged for allegedly using derogatory terms in a song to refer to President Yoweri Museveni on October 4, 2018. He was… More
Stella Nyanzi
Dr. Nyanzi was imprisoned on cybercrime charges in 2018 for writing a poem she posted online using President Museveni’s birth as a metaphor to criticize his repressive rule. She… More
Robert Kyagulanyi Bobi Wine
Musician Bobi Wine has galvanized a generation of Ugandans to seek new leadership. He has opposed President Museveni's policies and has been barred from performing his music. He is… More
Charges Must Be Dropped Against Ugandan Filmmaker and Journalist
“The charges against Bwayo Moses are undoubtedly part of the Ugandan ruling regime’s mounting crackdown on freedom of expression, particularly aimed at anyone who seems to be criticizing the… More
Ugandan Writer and Activist Released From Prison on Appeal of “Cyber Harassment” Charges
“Her fearless commitment to continuing to write, even from behind bars, is a reminder that even prison cannot silence a voice that is determined to speak truth to power.” More
Uganda: Stella Nyanzi’s next hearing set for June 26
PEN continues to call for all charges to be dropped against academic Dr. Stella Nyanzi, whose next court hearing – where she is expected to begin her defense –… More
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