According to reports, officials in Washington have expressed deep concern over Matembe's continued detention, describing it as a troubling sign of shrinking democratic space and growing restrictions on freedom of speech. The concerns were communicated through a statement attributed to White House officials, who indicated that the situation in Uganda is being closely monitored.
"The Trump Administration and the U.S. State Department are closely monitoring whatever is happening in Kampala," the statement reportedly said. "We urge the Ugandan authorities to immediately release Maria Matembe and respect the rights of all citizens to freely express themselves without fear of intimidation or unlawful detention." GET FULL STORY HERE.