The Committee to Protect Journalists (CPJ) recently released its annual prison census, shedding light on the precarious state of press freedom worldwide. The census, conducted on December 1, 2023, disclosed distressing figures, marking the second-highest number of journalists behind bars since its inception in 1992. The report serves as a stark reminder of the pervasive […]
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Freedom of expression and open dialogue are essential in the dynamic world of content creation. This fundamental right, enshrined in Uganda’s Constitution, empowers individuals to share diverse perspectives and contribute to a thriving media ecosystem. Independent content creators are increasingly at the forefront of societal discourse, bringing fresh voices and perspectives to the table. While […]
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A new report examining the impact of Biometric Digital Identity (BDI) programmes on independent journalism in Uganda has revealed emerging threats to the practice. Biometric and digital identity are two interrelated fields that have gained significant attention in recent years. Digital identity is defined as the “data that uniquely describes a person or a thing” […]
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Kampala— ACME applauds the actions taken by the Uganda Police Force (UPF) leadership following the incident in which two journalists, Isano Francis and Thomas Kitimbo of NBS TV, were pepper sprayed by a police officer. On Tuesday, 11 April 2023, during the dispersal of pre-intern doctors holding a peaceful demonstration around Mulago Guest House in […]
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Issue: Freedom of assembly Date: 7 April 2023 Location: Kyenjojo No. of people affected: One Profession of affected person(s): Political actor Perpetrator(s): Police What happened The elder brother of singer and politician Bobi Wine, Fred Nyanzi Ssentamu survived being beaten to death by the men in uniform. This was during the mobilization of NUP’s team […]
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LETTER OF SOLIDARITY. The Media Council of Tanzania (MCT) has noted with consternation and utmost concern violations against the Kenyan media and media practitioners since the demonstrations by the Azimio la Umoja coalition began on 20th March 2023. These violations are committed by both state and non-state actors and are jeopardising the safety and security […]
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“Protect women’s voices” was the rallying cry of more than 50 women in media and communication gathered for a meeting in Kampala, Uganda hosted by the African Centre for Media Excellence (ACME) ahead of International Women’s Day. The meeting was convened to build partnerships and strengthen pathways to increase awareness of gendered freedom of expression […]
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Issue: Freedom of assembly Date: 22 January 2023 Location: Jinja No. of people affected: 13 Profession of affected person(s): Unspecified Perpetrator(s): Police What happened Police in Jinja district have arrested and detained 13 people said to be supporters of former presidential candidate Robert Kyagulanyi, alias Bobi Wine on allegations of holding an unlawful assembly in […]
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