Lukodi massacre survivors demand shs6b for memorial and healing center
The massacre remains a powerful symbol of the atrocities committed during the two-decade conflict in northern Uganda.
Tag: LRA
Why the court ordered the government to pay compensation to LRA victims
In October 2024, court sentenced Kwoyelo to 40 years in prison for war crimes, the first senior member of the feared LRA rebel group to be convicted.
Govt cites bias and distances itself from compensating Thomas Kwoyelo’s victims
In August this year, the court found Kwoyelo guilty of war crimes and crimes against humanity, sentencing him to 40 years’ imprisonment on October 25, 2024.
Thomas Kwoyelo jailed for 25 years for war crimes
Kwoyelo’s defense lawyer, Henry Evans Ocheng, has stated that they are prepared to file an appeal within 14 days regarding unsatisfactory sentences.
Barlonyo war victims remind Museveni of unfulfilled pledge
State Minister for Tourism, Wildlife and Antiquities, Martin Bahinduka Mugarra, said under his Ministry they have already gazetted the Barlonyo Massacre site.
Fmr. LRA commander Kwoyelo has a case – Court
Kwoyelo’s senior commander, Gen Joseph Kony remains wanted. He, according to multiple sources, lives in the Central African Republic.
Premier Nabbanja vows to support ex-LRA rebels
Robert Kidega, an ex-commander of LRA thanked the Presidents of Uganda and the Central African Republic and other partners for their efforts towards ensuring they return home.
ICC convicts former LRA commander Dominic Ongwen of war crimes
His defence lawyers led by Krispus Charles Ayena Odongo had argued before the court that his client was abducted as a nine-year-old boy and persuaded to join LRA. His lawyers had told court Ongwen was a victim of circumstance. The judges denied.
ICC Trial: Witness angry with Acholi Chief for returning him to LRA after escape
By David Okema Gulu/Hague, Netherlands – One of the former Lord’s Resistance Army [LRA] rebel…