Uganda: Why State Loves Treason Charge

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Treason, over the years, has become government's preferred charge of choice against many of its harsh critics.

Though the charge usually doesn't provide an easy path to a conviction - government however, has used it to good effect to keep its opponents longer in jail and on trial.

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