Uganda Detains Dozens in Anti-Corruption Protests
Protesters in Kampala face charges after marching against alleged government corruption despite a ban.
- Around 60 people, including a TV presenter and protest leaders, were arrested and charged.
- The protests were inspired by recent demonstrations in Kenya against tax hikes.
- Ugandan authorities deployed heavy police presence and roadblocks to prevent the march.
- Human Rights Watch criticized the arrests, citing a lack of respect for the right to protest.
- Opposition leader Bobi Wine condemned the crackdown and promised legal support for those detained.