Uganda's Museveni suspends fund set up by 'foreigners'

By NP admin | Thursday, February 4, 2021
Uganda's Museveni suspends fund set up by 'foreigners'
President Yoweri Museveni

Uganda's president has ordered the suspension of a multi-million dollar fund set up by donor countries, after complaining that it is run by foreigners and undermines Uganda's sovereignty.

In a letter, Mr Museveni ordered the police to investigate how the finance ministry had allowed foreign donors to have what he called a "free rein" to choose which activities to finance, without needing the consent of the government.

The Democratic Governance Facility is funded by seven donors, including the European Union.

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Its suspension could have a dramatic impact as it helps finance many grass-roots organisations that focus on democracy and human rights.

Mr Museveni won a sixth elected term last month. His main rival Bobi Wine said the election was rigged but Mr Museveni said it was the fairest vote ever.

Source: BBC 

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