Besigye’s arresting security agent “outed” on Facebook
Social media can be a force to reckon with. This is especially true for Gilbert Arinaitwe, a policeman who was exposed on Facebook only hours after footage and photos were published of him smashing the window of opposition politician Dr. Kizza Besigye. Police subsequently sprayed large amounts of pepper spray into the vehicle, injuring Besigye. … Read more
A smashed window, a horrified public and a valient media
Yesterday’s violent arrest of opposition politician Dr. Kizza Besigye (pics here) has brought overwhelming condemnation from all corners of Uganda. Comments throughout Facebook and Twitter express outrage that any Ugandan would be treated in such a manner. President Museveni has been talking about how Uganda’s liberalized economy has led to the high food and fuel … Read more
