Arrests at NEMA flipped a peaceful wetland petition into a month behind bars, and the backlash has spiraled into threats, beatings, and livelihoods wrecked.
Arrests over Lwera Wetland protest
Eight activists walked into the National Environment Management Authority with a petition.
Police grabbed the group and slapped them with public nuisance charges.
The court remanded them to prison for a month before bail came through.
Since the release, several say they face threats and physical attacks.
Claims of intimidation and assault
Zaina said strangers beat her and snatched her phone.
Unknown callers allegedly pressured campaigners to ditch the Lwera fight.
Fear has gripped participants who say they live on edge.
Activists claim...