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Internet and Social Media Shutdowns on the African Continent
Internet and social media shutdowns have become an increasingly popular method employed by African leaders to stop the flow of information and repress political opinions and information available online. Commonly used during periods of civil unrest and elections, more often than not, the shutdowns do not have the desired effects. Internet and social media shutdowns rather lead to higher levels of unrest, human rights violations, lack of election credibility and great economic loss.
Uganda elections leave oil industry exposed
In the run-up to Uganda’s elections, political dynamics are set to increase risks across sectors, with the oil industry particularly exposed to the course of elections. On 9th November 2015,
Economic integration in East Africa will prove challenging
Several recent trade wars between Kenya, Tanzania and Uganda emphasize some of the key challenges faced by the East African Community for a successful economic integration. The drive for political
Sensitive political issues strain Uganda’s relations with international donors
Political issues in Uganda have a direct effect on the willingness and ability of international donors to provide aid. If the Ugandan government under President Museveni doesn’t take steps to
Uganda homophobia could force oil industry development
Foreign aid to Uganda ended abruptly following a measure recently signed into law prohibiting homosexuality. Uganda may have to rely on developing its oil industry to offset the loss of
Four Issues to Monitor in African Politics
Making predictions is a risky business, which explains why the world’s major financial institutions are always careful to include caveats in their investment outlooks. While the stakes are not as
