Besigye treason hearing erupts in anger after no-show

Tensions have escalated in Uganda’s capital after a court appearance for opposition leader Kizza Besigye was canceled and two opposition leaders were arrested. Besigye is charged with treason after calling February’s presidential poll rigged and declaring himself president. When it became clear that Besigye wouldn’t attend Wednesday’s hearing, the packed courtroom erupted in anger. The … Continue reading Besigye treason hearing erupts in anger after no-show