Uganda's Constitutional Court is set to rule on a petition challenging the Anti-Homosexuality Act 2023, which imposes severe penalties for same-sex relations. The law has faced widespread condemnation from the LGBTQ community, rights activists, and international bodies, including the United Nations and Western nations. The petitioners argue that the law violates Uganda's constitutional rights and international human rights commitments. Despite international pressure, including aid cuts and sanctions, Uganda's government remains defiant, with significant domestic support for the law. The World Bank has suspended new loans to Uganda, citing the law's contradiction with its values.

President Museveni urged Ugandan musicians to use their music to promote the National Resistance Movement's message of wealth creation, avoiding identity politics. In a meeting with over 100 musicians, including notable figures like Bebe Cool and Jose Chameleone, Museveni emphasized patriotism and constructive contributions to national development. The meeting, organized by the Commissioner of Patriotism, Hellen Seku, also addressed the need for copyright law reforms. The musicians pledged support for government programs, amid a politically divided music industry following Bobi Wine's challenge to Museveni in the 2021 elections.

The Green New Deal, while aiming to address climate change and promote justice, risks exacerbating global inequality and climate colonialism. Historical and contemporary examples of colonialism and neocolonialism highlight the potential for renewable energy initiatives to exploit developing countries' resources and compromise their sovereignty. The article underscores the importance of designing policies that avoid these pitfalls and promote true climate justice.

The Ugandan government's decision to centralize inter-country adoptions under the High Court has led to a significant decrease in the number of children adopted by foreigners. The new guidelines, introduced in 2020, aim to ensure stricter adherence to the law and address past gaps in the adoption process. Local adoptions have seen an increase, with more Ugandans showing interest. The Ministry of Gender, Labour and Social Development, along with the High Court, plays a crucial role in overseeing the adoption process, ensuring that applicants meet specific criteria.

Mathew Kirabo has been sentenced to 30 years in prison by the High Court in Mukono City for the murder of his lover, Desire Mirembe, a medical student at Makerere University. The court, led by Justice Henry Kaweesa Isabirye, ruled that Kirabo serves 29 years, 10 months, and 3 days, considering the time already spent on remand. Kirabo, who had previously escaped while on bail, was arrested by Kenya Interpol and extradited to Uganda. The murder occurred in 2015, and Kirabo was convicted in absentia in 2022. The case involved significant judicial proceedings and highlighted the tragic end of a young student's life.

The Ugandan government's decision to assign the High Court the responsibility of handling inter-country adoptions has led to a significant decrease in the number of children adopted by foreigners. According to Shafik Butanda, a principal probation officer in the Ministry of Gender, Labour and Social Development, the new guidelines introduced in 2020 have resulted in a notable decline in adoptions, particularly to the USA. The stricter adherence to the law is cited as the primary reason for this reduction.

Nearly 10,000 people face eviction as the Uganda Railway Corporation (URC) begins demolishing unpermitted structures on its land. The operation, supported by the army and police, aims to clear the railway line for renovation. Affected individuals claim inadequate warning and compensation, despite a resettlement action plan launched in 2021. The Works ministry estimated a Shs40b compensation cost, and Parliament previously ruled in favor of compensating squatters. URC officials assert readiness to compensate but face delays due to new constructions. Local leaders urge government intervention as some residents have nowhere to go.

African youth activists warn of worsening food and water insecurity due to climate change, emphasizing the need for immediate action. Vanessa Nakate and Greta Thunberg highlight the lack of awareness and urgency in African education and policy. Activists from Uganda, Kenya, and South Africa discuss the daily impacts of climate change and the challenges in mobilizing action amidst other socio-economic issues. Ndoni Mcunu, a climate scientist, believes Africa can adapt through improved agricultural practices but stresses the danger of rising global temperatures. The article calls for 2020 to be a year of action following the awareness raised in 2019.

Fatou Bensouda, chief prosecutor of the International Criminal Court (ICC), seeks to investigate war crimes in Palestine but has delayed the process by requesting a ruling on the Court's jurisdiction. This move has been criticized by Palestinian organizations as unnecessary and politically motivated. The article highlights the legal and political complexities surrounding the investigation, including Israel's non-recognition of Palestinian statehood and the U.S.'s opposition to the ICC. The piece underscores the urgency of holding Israel accountable for alleged war crimes and criticizes the delay in justice for Palestinians.

The Mpondwe border post between Uganda and the Democratic Republic of Congo is on high alert due to an Ebola outbreak. A woman with a high temperature was isolated but discharged after ruling out Ebola. The alert follows the entry of a family from Congo with suspected Ebola, resulting in two deaths in Uganda. The outbreak in Congo has claimed 1,400 lives with 2,084 cases reported. Health checks at the border are rigorous, with thermal scanners and hand disinfection. Despite heightened surveillance, a Congolese family managed to enter Uganda, leading to three confirmed Ebola cases. Uganda and the DRC are collaborating to prevent further spread, while Uganda's health ministry faces challenges with unofficial border crossings and has taken preventive measures like suspending market days and discouraging physical contact.