Uganda

Mahmood Mamdani on how Uganda’s history shaped his belonging — and his son’s moment

NPR's Leila Fadel speaks with Professor Mahmood Mamdani about his new book, "Slow Poison." The book is a firsthand report on the tragic unraveling of Uganda's struggle for independence.

Coffee transformed her life — and the lives of women from her village in Uganda

Meridah Nandudu was a single mom of two kids, unemployed and in despair. Then she had an idea: Maybe the "humble" coffee beans she'd grown up with on her parents' farm could lead her to a better life.

Aid cuts hit Uganda hard. With worry and grit, it’s finding new ways to save lives

Uganda is one of the countries that's greatly affected by the reduction of U.S. foreign aid. Here's how the health care system is responding — with trepidation, innovation and resilience.