A Ugandan university student, Elson Tumwine, was sentenced to two months in jail after he went missing for two months following a TikTok video criticizing President Yoweri Museveni. His case has raised concerns about freedom of speech in Uganda, with allegations of torture by military agents and a plea for leniency noted during his trial.
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US demands $15,000 deposit for visa applicants from Malawi and Zambia
The US will implement a 12-month pilot program requiring citizens from Malawi and Zambia to pay a $15,000 deposit for tourist or business visas to reduce visa overstays. This initiative stems from President Trump's efforts to curb illegal immigration and may expand to other countries with high overstay rates, as identified by the State Department. Want More Context? 🔎
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