Uganda: A Story of Persistent Autocratic Rule by Makara, Sabiti, Wang, Vibeke

“…These legal strategies are coupled with systemic patronage and repression to maintain control. …”
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Social Media Use and Student Politics in Ugandan Universities by Solomon, Winyi, Omach, Paul, Makara, Sabiti

“…Some university administrations have prohibited partisan politics, and the regime has used legal frameworks such as the Public Order Management Act 2013 to prevent the opposition from recruiting and mobilizing students. …”
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Election and post-election management of the 2021 elections in Uganda. by Makara, Sabiti

“…The analysis highlights a persistent trust deficit in the EC stemming from its composition, presidential appointments, and perceived bias toward procedural focus over substantive fairness while questioning whether regular multiparty elections have truly advanced democratic consolidation in Uganda. Drawing on legal frameworks, observer reports, and stakeholder critiques, the chapter underscores how issues like violence, incumbency misuse, and inadequate autonomy undermine electoral integrity, yet notes incremental administrative improvements in areas like voter verification.…”
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