More riots in Uganda over food prices

More riots have broken out in Uganda over the price of food. After a leading politician was arrested for the third time in three weeks, street demonstrations erupted in downtown Kampala.

President Yoweri has defended the government’s actions that led to the rising commodity prices. He also defended the harsh actions that government forces have used on protesters.

Five people have been killed with many more injured and over one hundred arrested since the start of the protests. Including a two year old who was shot in the chest when government forces opened fire.

Amnesty International has issued a statement urging the police to stop the violence against protesters.

Some in the Uganda government see the riots as contrived. Saying they have been setup by politicians bitter over their recent electoral loss.

Because of the violence the Concordia Volunteer Abroad program has cancelled their trip to Uganda this May and June. It is still unknown whether they will cancel their trip in July.