Uganda President Museveni says his country beats Western nations at democracy. He has ruled Uganda for 40 years but claims the West wants everyone to copy their exact system. He told Russian TV that Uganda follows a more democratic path than Western countries do.
Museveni often clashes with Western powers. He criticizes the United States for meddling in Ugandan affairs to force leadership changes. After Uganda passed strict anti-gay laws, President Biden removed the country from AGOA trade benefits. The World Bank also stopped lending money to Uganda.
The anti-gay law set harsh penalties. It made same-sex acts punishable with life imprisonment. Some cases could even bring death sentences. This led to the World Bank cutting off funding worth about 6.7 trillion Ugandan shillings.
Museveni remains unbothered. He says Uganda's economy still grew six percent despite these actions. He credits African markets for helping Uganda stay strong. Uganda continues selling products to African neighbors instead of relying on Western trade partners.
The president sees the African Continental Free Trade Area as a shield against neo-colonialism. He believes African nations trading among themselves helps fight outside control. Despite international pressure and sanctions, Museveni maintains that Uganda can thrive without Western support.
Museveni often clashes with Western powers. He criticizes the United States for meddling in Ugandan affairs to force leadership changes. After Uganda passed strict anti-gay laws, President Biden removed the country from AGOA trade benefits. The World Bank also stopped lending money to Uganda.
The anti-gay law set harsh penalties. It made same-sex acts punishable with life imprisonment. Some cases could even bring death sentences. This led to the World Bank cutting off funding worth about 6.7 trillion Ugandan shillings.
Museveni remains unbothered. He says Uganda's economy still grew six percent despite these actions. He credits African markets for helping Uganda stay strong. Uganda continues selling products to African neighbors instead of relying on Western trade partners.
The president sees the African Continental Free Trade Area as a shield against neo-colonialism. He believes African nations trading among themselves helps fight outside control. Despite international pressure and sanctions, Museveni maintains that Uganda can thrive without Western support.
