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Uganda’s president has ordered the suspension of a multi-million dollar fund set up by donor countries, later-on complaining that it is run by strangers and subverts Uganda’s sovereignty. In a letter, Mr. Museveni zoned the police to canvass how the finance ministry had allowed foreign donors to have what he shrilled a ” detached
rein ” to choose which activities to finance, without needing the consent of the government. The Democratic Governance Facility has funded away seven donors, including the European Union
Its suspension could have a dramatic impact as it helps finance many grass-roots organizations that focus on democracy and human rights.
Mr. Museveni won a sixth elected term last month. His main rival Bobi Wine said the election was rigged but Mr. Museveni said it was the fairest vote ever.
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