Uganda

Refugees Watching and Waiting

LRA Chief Confirms Deputy's Death

Ugandan rebel chief Joseph Kony also carries out a major reshuffle of his peace negotiators.

Killings Worry Refugees

Violent murders in the north thought to be consequence of ethnic tension.

Ugandan Peace Talks Stall

As Kampala blocks a mission to meet the Ugandan rebels in their stronghold, military forces are poised to push them out of the Congo.

Comment: The Need for Peace and Justice

Integration of ex-militia leaders into armed forces aimed at strengthening peace, but there's no peace without justice.

Are Local Courts Up to Trying LRA?

As calls for local trials of LRA commanders continue, some observers cast doubt over independence of national courts.

Rape a 'Weapon of War' in Eastern Congo

Epidemic of brutal sexual violence plagues the region where women are being raped with impunity.

LRA Under Pressure to Back Peace Plan

Kinshasa and Kampala plan to hit rebels if they fail to agree peace deal.

Victim Participation in ICC Cases Jeopardised

Court’s limited provision of legal aid may prove to be a major obstacle to victim involvement in proceedings.

Ex-Rebels Return to Crime

Pardoned former LRA members, who allegedly hid their weapons from the authorities, are being blamed for a series of gun crimes across northern Uganda.