Uganda

International Justice/ICC: Oct ‘08

Expose of psychological suffering endured by LRA victims assists efforts to raise money for trauma centres.

Tribal Justice Takes Root

Frustrated victims of rebel war turn to mato oput healing rituals, in absence of formal judicial mechanisms.

Uganda: War Wounds Too Deep to Heal

Former Rebel Captives Struggle

Women held by rebels for years get little help as they try to rebuild their lives.

LRA on the Rampage

Ugandan rebel leader Joseph Kony and his men are terrorising civilians in DRC.

Refugee Communities Damage Wetlands

Internal refugees farming in and around northern swamps are blamed for the disappearance of these protected areas.

New Rebel Group Pursued

Army hunts down group of militants, stoking fears of a new insurgency.

Schools Open Doors to Sudanese LRA Victims

Refugee children get opportunity to pursue their studies under agreement between Kampala and South Sudan.

Ex-Combatants Blamed for Crime Wave

Former members of LRA and militia loyal to authorities seen as threat to security in north.

Refugees in West Stranded

Many who fled fighting in the north still waiting for resettlement aid.