Uganda: Besigye free at last

Opposition Forum for Democratic Change leader Kizza Besigye walked to freedom after the High Court ordered his immediate release. However, the public celebrations after his release was announced turned sour when riot police engaged his supporters in running battles. The presidential candidate has been in jail since his arrest on November 14 on treason and rape charges. The government immediately filed a notice of an intention to appeal against the ruling.
* Uganda Goes Through a Rough Patch
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