Kenya: Ministry for Foreign & Diaspora Affairs – Status of the Tumaini Initiative (14.12.2024)

Burkina Faso – Mali – Niger: Declaration du College des Chefs d’Etat de la Confederation des Etats du Sahel (AES) sur la Libre Circulation, le Droit de Residence et d’Etablissement des Ressortissants de la CEDEAO dans l’Espace de la Confederation es Etats du Sahel (14.12.2024)

South Sudan: South Sudan People’s Movement/Army (SSPM/A) – Re-Update on the Tumaini Peace Process (14.12.2024)

A look into Bobi Wine’s statement: “On Gen. Museveni’s Statement Justifying Military Trials of Civilians”

Civilians must be tried in civilian courts, regardless of the accusations leveled against them. The Constitution of Uganda and international human rights law are clear on this point: military courts are for military personnel, not civilians” (Bobi Wine, 14.12.2024).

After the delusional statement of President Yoweri Kaguta Museveni on his dense defence of the civilians tried in a General Court Martial. His defence was just bonkers and had little weight behind the reasoning to continue the practice. Alas, now the Party President of the Opposition Party, National Unity Platform (NUP), Robert Kyagulanyi aka Bobi Wine released his public statement in response. This will be discussed and needs to be shed lights on. As the General Court Martials needs to be used to whip the enlisted or the soldiers who acts ill in-action, but not as a tool of oppression, which it is used for in this day and age.

Of course his statement comes at the backdrop of the citizens’ outcry and demand that the Supreme Court puts a final end to the trial of civilians in military courts. By issuing that statement, he is intimidating the court and certainly trying to influence their ruling- or trying to ensure that they do not deliver that ruling at all! In his desperate bid to cling to power, Museveni has made the military an instrument of oppression instead of defense. His claims that the kangaroo court martial system is about stabilizing the country are outright lies meant to mask his regime’s naked abuse of power and intimidate the people of Uganda into submission” (Bobi Wine, 14.12.2024).

Here the reality is addressed, the Opposition Leader is speaking his peace. The truth is shed light on and the means to an end. The Military Courts are there for one reason, but is used for another one. These are tools of oppression and put the people into submission. Everyone can see it and Bobi Wine only speaks facts here.

Bobi Wine continues:

Trying civilians in military courts is not only illegal—it is dangerous. It creates a system where no one is safe. Today, it is opposition political leaders and activists. Tomorrow, it could be you, your family, or your neighbor falling victim. This is not justice—it is oppression! The Museveni regime thrives on fear, lies, and division. But we, the people of Uganda, know the truth. We know that his kangaroo court martial is not about stabilizing the country but about stabilizing his grip on power. We must reject it” (Bobi Wine, 14.12.2024).

This is just who the authorities are and how the power is used in the Republic. The state of affairs is the usage of force and intimidation. That’s how the NRM and the President has been able to stay in power for so long. As people are fearing to speak out or demonstrate. As they rather go along on their business, instead of dying or being tortured for acting against the oppressors. That’s how a violent oppressive government is keeping the people at a choke-hold and calling it “peaceful”.

Bobi Wine drops words of wisdom right here:

We must reject the narrative that oppression and injustice are necessary for stability. True stability can only be achieved through upholding the rule of law, respecting human rights, and making a commitment to justice for all” (Bobi Wine, 14.12.2024).

This here is speaking out towards the ones that is accepting this nature of things and the status quo, as it is better with the devil you know versus the devil that is to come. It is better to support a friendly benevolent dictator, instead of a proper statesman in office. That’s the ones that is accepting the plight and suffering in the name of “stability”. This will sooner or later fail and people will revolt. Therefore, the idea of allowing injustice will sooner or later cause more harm. The usage of military court against civilians is just one of plenty of the things the NRM and Museveni does wrong towards its citizens. However, it is the hot-potato at the moment.

Bobi Wine spoke facts here and he acknowledge the bleak reality. A scenario and a state of affairs that needs to end. Nevertheless, as long as Museveni is in power. These sorts of practices will persist, as it is a gift that keeps on giving. These sorts of actions are keeping his administration alive and allowing him to reign supreme. That’s why the President and Commander-in-Chief will continue to use it and defend it. Peace.

Tchad: Presidence de la Republique – Cabinet Civil – Direction General du Protocole d’Etat – Communique Officiel (13.12.2024)

Burkina Faso – Mali – Niger: Reunion Ministerielle de la Confederation des Etats du Sahel (AES) – Communique de Presse (13.12.2024)

Opinion: Museveni’s tone deaf defence of the civilians tried at Court Martial…

Indeed, Uganda and many parts of Africa were and, in some cases are still, disturbed by these unprincipled actors. This is why that law provided that since you became a “soldier,” albeit an illegal one, be tried by a court-martial because it is the one that deals with guns. Besides, the court martial courts’ system is a subordinate one to the general courts of the whole country. If the Court Martial judged badly, the superior courts will rectify the issue. The advantage is that, in the meantime, these dangerous actors are legally being fed, medically treated by the State and are kept away from harming people. It is also good for the lawbreakers because that dangerous enterprise of theirs of killing People, can lead to their own deaths in the encounters with peace and law─protection agencies” – President Yoweri Kaguta Museveni (12.12.2024).

Lord Have Mercy On Me. I need it and the sounds of the sweet tones of worship. Because this is just showing the fierceness and the vindictiveness of the totalitarian system of the National Resistance Movement (NRM) and President Yoweri Kaguta Museveni.

The ones believing that His Excellency and Commander-in-Chief, the Head of State would be bothered or be really concerned about civilians tested in the Military Courts. His just proving defending it and being a supporter of it. This is the NRA or the NRM Way to a T. It is who the they are and they owning it too. The justification is just bonkers too.

If a man possess a gun or arms. Then you are justified to be tried in a Military Court. Anything in connection with ammunition or even fire-arms. Than you should expect to be tried by the army. Even when your a civilian and haven’t had any connection or any sort of time to enlisted or be an official cadet in the armed forces. That is what is happening here and these non-independent tribunals and military courts are obvious tools of suppression and usage of the monopoly of force by the state to apprehend, detain and convict the ones who are opposing their ways. Seriously, the old man takes people for fools.

Just continue to read his reasoning here!

Here, the focused and you could say dedicated court martials, do the preliminary work, release the obviously innocent and convict the guilty and sentence them. The convicted can appeal. In the meantime, the country is peaceful because the disturbers are State guests at Kitalya and other prisons. Should we have a Referendum on this issue? Why would lawyers not see what the ordinary mwanainchi sees? If we were to have Referendum in the affected districts neighbouring Karamoja on this issue, I am sure 100% would support the law” (Museveni, 12.12.2024).

The Court Martial haven’t been used at cattle-rustlers or such, but is known for being used against civilians, activists, political opponents and whatnot who are in opposition to the NRM. The Court Martial is a tool and an instrument of keeping people bound by law and pre-sentencing them indefinitely. Until the case goes cold and the state doesn’t care about the alleged criminal conspirators anymore. That’s what these courts are about and the usage of it.

Jesus, I’ve forgotten the words that You have spoken

Promises that burned within my heart have now grown dim

With a doubting heart I follow the paths of earthly wisdom

Forgive me for my unbelief

Renew the fire again” – Michael W. Smith – ‘Lord Have Mercy (2002).

It is hard to believe we are here. That we are seeing this unfold, but it is telling. This shows the heart and the lack of care. The sinister and vindictive ways of the system. When it is built like that and used in this manner. The High Above is praising it and wants it to be used. That’s what we are seeing. The defence of the matter is so scrupulous too. Like is it only the army that can deem the usage and the timing of using weaponry? Is that how it is the Republic?

That is foolery and everyone should know it. It is unacceptable and there should be other remedies. This isn’t the way of a civilized society to handle affairs. Neither is this respectable for the peers and civilians. Who are the ones who are getting subjected to this treatment, as they are forced into chambers and into trials or tribunals, which are just settled or behest with people who are ready to penalize you. As it is following chain of command and not necessarily independent by any measurement. Therefore, it is really showing the bleak side of the authorities and the government.

When the Head of State and the President since 1986 is writing these words. It is just showing where his mind is at and what his willing to do. Because this is one of his methods to stay in office and get the troublesome people away from his path. Peace.

Burkina: Congres pour la Democratie et Progres (CDP) – Communique de Presse (05.12.2024)

Tchad: Gen. Kaka is becoming Field Marshal Kaka!

“The National Transitional Council elevates Mahamat Idriss Déby Itno to the dignity of Marshal of Chad. By a vote of 160 votes for, 2 votes against and 6 abstentions, the National Transitional Council (NTC) officially conferred today the title and dignity of Marshal of Chad on Mahamat Idriss Déby Itno. A grand protocol ceremony is already planned to celebrate this elevation. You are not having a nightmare. We are in Chad, on December 9, 2024” (Tchad One, 09.12.2024).

Like Father, like Son. Idriss Deby Into was appointed by the Parliament in August 2020 as the Field Marshal of Tchad. Not many months later his demise was apparent from battle wounds in the front-line against rebels in April 2021.

Now in 2024, the son, Gen. Mahamat Idriss Deby Itno aka Kaka is becoming a Field Marshal too. As the NTC has validated him and given him the title. This is obvious a way of ensuring and building up the ego of the Head of State. His getting his office and being the deity as his father. That’s all there is and we can see it.

N’Djamena deserves better than this and Gen. Kaka wants to be Field Marshal Kaka. Some are calling it a honorary title and only in the name. Nevertheless, it is a signal of what sort of power he has and what the surroundings see in him. That’s all that matters and it is all about status.

So, just like his father the Head of State (chef d’État) and now Field Marshal (maréchal). That he gives himself this title and people are bestowing him this honour. This is done to show his greatness and grandeur. It is to cement his role in the Republic and ensure his longevity. Even though the last one becoming it wasn’t the Field Marshal for long.

We can just wonder if the Gen. Kaka or Field Marshal Kaka will do the same as his father. Step into the trenches and risk his own life on the battlefield. That’s what is next… however, we don’t know if he calculates the risks differently.

Nevertheless, we are seeing repetition of the past. We are seeing the same thing happening and the authorities act alike. There is no difference between the predecessor and the current leader. They are bashing in the same glory and wants to wear the fatigue. So, the reality is obvious.

Another junta leader and another Field Marshal in Tchad. The more things change, the more they stay the same. Peace.

Ethiopia: A Joint Statement from the Enat Party, All Ethiopian Unity Party (AEUP), Ethiopian People’s Revolutionary Party (EPRP) & Amhara Ghinoians Movement on the Current Issues!

“It has been widely reported by the government that the Oromo freedom army group which is called “OLF shene” has been reported by the government media. We are looking at the fact that the cooperative parties mentioned by this name are part of the peace. In connection with this, an individual and some youths who are said to be the leader of the armed group and some youths have been seen signing agreements with regional leaders. The day after the agreement, Addis Ababa has been attacked by continuous gunfire in different areas for three days. We have confirmed that a mother was shot to death by the shooting. We have come to know that this action has happened in different cities of Oromia” (Joint Statement from the Enat Party, All Ethiopian Unity Party (AEUP), Ethiopian People’s Revolutionary Party (EPRP) & Amhara Ghinoians Movement on Current Issues, 11.12.2024).

The four parties are sending signals and warning about the current affairs. The Prosperity Party and the Prime Minister Abiy Ahmed Ali should listen to this. As this advice and wisdom should rattle them in. The status quo is just dangerous and disingenuous. That’s why ENAT, AEUP, EPRP and AGM are speaking their mind. Because this is the only way they can address these serious matters.

As the parties continues to speak out. This Press Release is just showing what is wrong in the Federal Democratic Republic of Ethiopia. The Prosperity Party has failed the nation and it doesn’t get any better.

Just read this…

“The process related to this has raised doubts among the cooperative parties. Our doubts arise not only from the lack of transparency in the agreement but also from such incidents. Doesn’t the agreement include disarming? Since the city administration didn’t even stop fireworks, how can they allow people to enter fully armed and shootings for days? Where is the force that used to go to the Addis Ababa, who traveled hundreds of kilometers with the identity of “came to create trouble in the city” and the elderly who came back hundreds of kilometers from Addis Ababa? Isn’t there any liability to be investigated and held accountable after this? What was the previous relationship with the individuals and groups that the government has signed a peace agreement? What is the miracle that Addis Ababa has come to an end after two exhausting attempts to reach Tanzania? Is it planned to put psychological pressure on the people of Addis Ababa? It has us asking questions like this” (Joint Statement from the Enat Party, All Ethiopian Unity Party (AEUP), Ethiopian People’s Revolutionary Party (EPRP) & Amhara Ghinoians Movement on Current Issues, 11.12.2024).

“We strongly urge the government to stop its happiness and pretense and give it a lasting peace and to negotiate through neutral observers and to take practical measures for this so that the bloodshed wars in Amhara and Oromia regions get an end once and for all, and declare an immediate ceasefire” (Joint Statement from the Enat Party, All Ethiopian Unity Party (AEUP), Ethiopian People’s Revolutionary Party (EPRP) & Amhara Ghinoians Movement on Current Issues, 11.12.2024).

When you read this, it just shows how things are failing in the Republic. The state isn’t bringing stability or peace. No, it is creating more conflict and harm. The danger and suffering are happening everywhere. As long as the warlord and the Prime Minister himself gets to consolidate power. That’s what is occurring. This is the real story… and what they are up too. Just showing how things are moving along. The state is using lethal force and using the authorities against its enemies. Meanwhile, using fronts and lies to deceive the population in the will of generating sustainable peace. Alas, that is what the four parties are calling out as well.

We know a ceasefire and a possible peace will only happen when there is a possibility to trick or to have an upper-hand of the leadership of the rebels or the militias, which are in conflict with the state. Just so these can eat for a moment and later be dismissed as useless. That’s what the PM wants, and this is how he works. Offer a token of peace and later re-arrest or use the authorities to get rid of the ones who stood in his path. That’s why we cannot see anyone foolish enough to trust or think that the PM would honour an agreement. This would only be done, if he believes his previous enemy is weak enough to accept an agreement and be under his spell. Peace.