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Female Journalist Attacked and Equipment Seized by Police in Jinja

Date:
14 October 2025
Place:
Uganda
Fact-check:
Verified
Reference:
IAWRT-00401

Physical violenceCensorship and legal actionArrest and Detention

On 14 October 2025, Ruth Nansubuga of Busoga One FM was attacked and had her camera seized by police officers while recording a peaceful demonstration in Jinja City. She was accused of “inciting the public” and forced to delete her footage before release.

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