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How corruption works in Ugandan Elections
I cannot validate the claim below, but it does not surprise me. In fact, it explains why a number of Museveni's NRM candidates are already being announced as having been elected, unopposed, two months before the Parliamentary Elections are even due to take place on 15th January 2026! This is democracy in Uganda! "The electoral … Continue reading How corruption works in Ugandan Elections
Who Cares About Democracy?
Democracy is under threat in many so-called democratic nations around the world. And as democracy is destroyed, so are people and the world. We all know about how Trump is destroying democracy in the USA - because it is in the news all the time. And we are shocked and frightened. But who knows … Continue reading Who Cares About Democracy?
“The Proof of the Pudding is in the Eating”
"The Proof of the Pudding is in the Eating" is a saying in English which probably dates back to the 14th century. But what do we actually mean by proof? Here are two definitions: "a fact or piece of information that shows that something exists or is true" (Cambridge Dictionary) and "evidence or argument establishing a … Continue reading “The Proof of the Pudding is in the Eating”
Reflecting back on Christmas 2024
“Ooh, it’s 3rd of December. Have you been good? What do you want for Christmas?” “We don’t want any presents,” I replied. “I know what you mean. I say socks. You can’t go wrong with socks!” This was how I was greeted when I saw the ophthalmology assistant at Loughborough Hospital before Christmas. I didn’t … Continue reading Reflecting back on Christmas 2024
TRIBUTE to Rev Canon NAPHTALI OPWATA 1961-2024
Naphtali was born on 23rd February 1961 and died in Soroti Regional Hospital, Uganda on 19th July 2024. He died unexpectedly, apparently of sepsis and multiple organ failure, after a short sickness. Being only 63, his death was untimely and a great loss not just for his family … Continue reading TRIBUTE to Rev Canon NAPHTALI OPWATA 1961-2024
Miscellany of invertebrates and wild flowers from Uganda: January 2024
A few of my favourite things . . . . . . (If you want to see the photos enlarged and one at a time, click on the first photo in each group and then click on the arrow to move on to the next photo. Return to the main page to move on to … Continue reading Miscellany of invertebrates and wild flowers from Uganda: January 2024
Some Uganda animal photos from January 2024
We were very fortunate to see 26 mammals between us all during our month in Uganda. The smallest was a Rock Hyrax, the largest a huge bull Elephant. Interestingly, it is said that the Hyrax's closest relative is the Elephant, which I've always found hard to believe - they could hardly look more different! So … Continue reading Some Uganda animal photos from January 2024
Some bird photos from my recent visit to Uganda (January 2024)
A sample of my bird photos, in no particular order. I photographed and have identified at least 137 species (a few are yet to be confirmed and/or added), 17 of which are new to my Uganda life-time list of 336 species. However, to put that into perspective, there are currently 1088 species listed as of … Continue reading Some bird photos from my recent visit to Uganda (January 2024)
Final days in Uganda – and final goodbyes: January 23rd-25th
Tuesday 23rd: At Robert's insistence (quite rightly), we got up before dawn and crept out of Babu's house although the guard dogs gave us away! We reached Lake Mburo National Park as it was getting light - and were greeted by lots of cheeky Vervet Monkeys at the gate. We soon had our first encounter … Continue reading Final days in Uganda – and final goodbyes: January 23rd-25th
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