US Supreme Court ruling cited as Uganda upholds anti-gay death penalty
The conservative majority's ruling to invalidate Roe v. Wade was noted as justification to uphold Uganda's death penalty law for some gay people.
Republican faces backlash for praising plan to kill gay people
"Stand firm. Stand firm," Walberg said about Uganda's anti-homosexuality law while delivering a speech at Uganda's National Prayer Breakfast.
Who is Alexia Willie? Transgender woman threatened school shooting—police
Willie has been charged with 14 counts of threatening to harm, including school children and Black people.
Uganda's Draconian Anti-LGBTQ Laws Test the Conscience of the U.S.
It's an ethical dilemma as old as civilization: When do you muscle in on somebody else's business? What gives you the right?
Why Uganda's Anti-LGBTQ Law Is Bad for Africa
The LGBTQ community is fighting for the right to exist, but we can only do so much at the grassroots level.
Brewery cuts ties with pro fisherman over support for Uganda anti-gay law
"Any law criminalizing homosexuality or imposing the death penalty for 'aggravated homosexuality' is grotesque & an abomination," Texas Senator Ted Cruz said.
Ted Cruz spars with pastor over Uganda's anti-gay law
Cruz defends his opposition to the Ugandan law that allows the death penalty against some gay people.
Ted Cruz condemning Uganda's anti-gay law raises eyebrows
The Texas Republican slammed Uganda's law allowing the death penalty for some gay people as "horrific and wrong."
The French businessman behind Africa's ambitious Russia-Ukraine peace plan
"At a certain moment in your life, you have some tools. And I have some tools," Brazzaville Foundation President Jean-Yves Ollivier told Newsweek.
"Like a Shakespearean drama"—Brutal chimpanzee tribe battle caught on video
Known relatives have ended up on different sides of the conflict between two factions that once made up the same group—the largest chimp society ever recorded.
Baby found dead after chimpanzee snatched it from mother
Uganda is home to about 5,000 chimpanzees and although deaths caused by the apes are rare, they have been known to be aggressive on occasion.
Marburg virus outbreak: Tanzania announces spread of deadly disease
The virus is a close relative of Ebola and causes very similar symptoms, including hemorrhaging and organ failure.
World's most unique Christmas traditions, from dolphin sleighs to sand men
A carp in the bathtub, camels pulling Santa's sleigh...Newsweek has put together a list of the most interesting Christmas traditions from around the world.
Hippo swallows 2-year-old boy, throws him back up alive
Hero saves 2-year-old swallowed by the hippo by throwing stones at the beast to get it to release the boy.
Where Does Ebola Come From, What Does It Look Like and Is There a Cure?
There have been 36 suspected cases of Ebola in Uganda and Sudan virus is the cause, the World Health Organization has said.
Russian Military Chief Denies 'Isolation,' Lists Uganda, Chad Among Allies
"I'll tell you that friends remained friends. They were not affected by this powerful pressure from all sides," Sergei Shoigu said.
Actor Terrence Howard Says He Invented New Technology for Uganda Defense
"We have all the funding necessary, what we need is just a fertile ground in which to build this," Howard said this week to Ugandan government officials.
Rainforest Chimpanzees Dig Wells for Water in Fascinating, Rare Behavior
This is the first time that well-digging has been observed in a group of chimpanzees living in the rainforest.
Elephant Tramples Tourist to Death After He Left His Car During Safari
The Uganda Wildlife Authority said the angry elephant charged at the victim and killed him on the spot.
Insect With 'Almost Completely Unknown' Biology Found in Remote Rainforest
The insect is so rare that the most recent sighting of a similar species was made in a different country in 1969.
U.S. Embassy Calls for Man's Release After 'Offensive Communication' Charge
Kakwenza Rukirabashaija, a satirical fiction writer, was arrested in late December for posting tweets criticizing the Ugandan president and his son.
Uganda Schools Open for First Time in 83 Weeks, Kids Carry Mattresses
The Uganda school shutdown affected nearly 10 million students. The school reopened Monday, but it's uncertain for how long due to a surge in COVID-19 cases.
State Department Employees in Uganda Had iPhones Hacked With NSO Group Tech
NSO Group said it would investigate the incident, and, if it showed NSO technology was in fact used, terminate the customers and seek legal action against them.
Islamic State Claims Responsibility for Suicide Bombing in Uganda
In addition to the deaths, the bombings sent 33 people to the hospital, five of whom are in critical condition.
Chaos Erupts in Uganda Capital From Suicide Bombings, Authorities Warn More
The attacks are believed to have been carried out by Allied Democratic Forces, an Islamic extremist group, a police spokesperson said.
Uganda Hospitals Said to Require Deposit Before COVID-19 Patients Admission
One hospital was accused of refusing to hand over a dead body to the family, holding out for nearly $9,000 in unpaid medical bills.
2 Members of Uganda's Olympic Team Positive for Delta COVID Variant
A "no-spectator Games" remains an option for the Tokyo Olympics, which officially open in just four weeks.
Uganda Bans Public and Private Transportation Amid Spike in COVID Cases
All public and private transportation will be prohibited in Uganda as the nation grapples with COVID-19 and variant outbreaks. The only exceptions to the rule are vehicles transporting cargo, the sick and essential workers.
Singer Kicks Fan Who Tried to Grope Her During Performance
Ugandan singer Vinka was praised after a viral video showed her kicking a fan who attempted to grope her while she was on stage.
Akon's Romance with Dictatorship
Akon's clear disregard for democracy in Uganda and support of a murderous regime is an unbearable affront to human dignity.