Stories from Uganda

A BBC Eye investigation has uncovered a global scam in Michiana, Uganda, that exploits dog lovers online. An undercover team found that animals in the small town are used to solicit donations while suffering from neglect and abuse.

The majority of profits generated from coffee sales in Uganda are leaving the country.

Only 10% of profits from coffee cultivation in Uganda remain within the country. The remaining 90% is distributed among transport, trade, and processing companies, including Nestlé. Fair trade establishes a minimum price of $1.80 per pound for Arabica coffee beans.

Amnesty International released a report today stating that the peace process in Uganda has been marred by violence and attacks on aid workers. The report notes that there has been no peace since an attack occurred in January. The ongoing process has been active since January.

The Ugandan Ministry of Internal Affairs has deported more than 160 individuals identified as illegal migrants.

At least seven people were killed during an army assault on the home of deputy Manga Chibumbi in central Uganda. The principal opposition party, NUP, is reportedly experiencing internal divisions. The death toll could rise following the incident, according to the report.

Tourvest has launched the Tulia platform to expand access to East African safari travel markets. The initiative aims to open the region to a wider consumer base.

A judge in Uganda has rejected an insanity claim made by Christopher O'Kellor Onium. The ruling follows the murder of four young children at a nursery school in Kampala earlier this month. The defendant faces a death penalty demand for the killings.

About thirty people died following a boat drowning incident west of Entebbe. Approximately thirty people drowned following the sinking of a boat west of Entebbe.

The Ugandan Parliament has passed a reform bill establishing a 30% unified tax on gambling. Uganda will implement a unified 30% gambling tax and a 15% withholding tax on winnings. The new tax structure is scheduled to take effect starting July 1.