Decades of systemic unfairness in land use, control, and governance have plagued Uganda, resulting in the forceful eviction of hundreds of thousands of citizens, while many more live under constant threat of displacement. Land evictions in the country are often tainted by corruption, unfair policies, and a host of injustices that have seeped deep into […]
Category Archives: Politics
BUILDING THE POWER OF GRASSROOTS MOVEMENTS BY STRENGTHENING COLLABORATION THROUGH CHAPTER CONVENINGS.
Comrades and Friends, Resounding revolutionary salutations from Solidarity Uganda! Embrace this edition of our Newsletter with the utmost fervor, for we extend our deepest gratitude for your unwavering support. In this edition, we share about the recently concluded regional chapter convenings, where all Solidarity chapters across the country came together to share experiences and build […]
TRAINING IN NONVIOLENT RESISTANCE IS FUNDAMENTAL FOR THOSE LOOKING TO ACHIEVING LASTING SOCIAL AND POLITICAL CHANGE
Uganda is marred with a turbulent history of political violence and unrest. Our history created scared minds and hearts for those who lived through wars and several injustices. The NRM government came to power through violence while promising people peace and security. Thousands of lives were lost during the NRA bush war in 1986. They […]
CONSTRUCTIVE RESISTANCE AND NONVIOLENCE ARE FUNDAMENTAL IN DEFEATING OPPRESSION
Throughout history, societies have grappled with issues of inequality, injustice, and political oppression. In the quest for change, the methods employed to address these issues have varied significantly. While violence and confrontation might offer immediate results, they often lead to more significant problems in the long run. Constructive resistance and nonviolence, on the other hand, […]
FROM NAKED PROTESTS TO CARRYING EMPTY COFFINS; THE APAA PEOPLE INTENSIFY THE FIGHT FOR THEIR HOMELAND
For over 20 years, the Apaa community in Amuru district, Northern Uganda has maintained its resilience in the fight against government plans to demarcate about 827 square kilometers of Apaa land to Uganda Wildlife Authority, (UWA). According to UWA, the land is meant to pave way for UWA to create a wildlife-protected area. But this […]