In January 1971, a dramatic shift occurred in Uganda’s political landscape when Idi Amin led a military coup, overthrowing President Milton Obote. Just days after seizing power, Amin’s new military government made a significant move by releasing several political prisoners who had been detained under Obote’s regime. Among those freed … Continue reading How Idi Amin’s Military Government Released Political Prisoners, Including Former Prime Minister Benedicto Kiwanuka.