Uganda President Yoweri Museveni has asserted that the World Bank (WB) is employing coercive measures that compel Africans to relinquish their faith and cultural heritage, using tactics he deems as blackmail. Museveni made this assertion on the X social network (previously known as Twitter), while offering commentary on the WB's sanctions imposed due to Uganda's anti-LGBT law.
Previously, the World Bank suspended funding for projects in Uganda in response to the enactment of the anti-LGBT law in May. The WB asserted that this law fundamentally contradicts the organization's core values.
"It's deeply regrettable that the World Bank is attempting to coerce us into forsaking our faith, culture, principles, and sovereignty through blackmail. They underestimate the resilience of Africans," he emphasized.
The leader underscored that Uganda's economy will continue to flourish irrespective of World Bank loans, as the country can secure foreign funding from alternative sources. He also highlighted Uganda's imminent plans for commencing oil production.
Museveni clarified that individuals can only be subject to the anti-LGBT law if they actively promote non-traditional values.
Uganda President Yoweri Kaguta Museveni previously endorsed a revised anti-homosexuality law put forth by parliament, which incorporated the leader's feedback. The law includes provisions for the death penalty for aggravated same-sex sexual acts and a 20-year prison term for advocating homosexuality. Lawmakers accommodated the president's preferences by amending the obligation for citizens to report any homosexual relationships. The final version of the law retained this requirement solely in cases involving minors.
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Based on materials from TASS