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Controversy swirls as Uganda sends disgraced ambassador Joy Ruth Aceng to Bahamas

by Margaret Nantongo | Reporter
18/10/2024
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Ugandan High Commissioner Joy Ruth Acheng was expelled from Canada for engaging in partisan politics, contrary to the rules of diplomacy
Ugandan High Commissioner Joy Ruth Acheng was expelled from Canada for engaging in partisan politics, contrary to the rules of diplomacy

Uganda’s Joy Ruth Aceng, formerly expelled from Canada for breaching diplomatic norms, has been appointed to head the Ugandan Mission in the Bahamas. Aceng’s tumultuous tenure in Canada ended with her being declared “persona non grata” following allegations of misconduct and engaging in partisan politics.

The incident that sparked her deportation involved Aceng confronting National Unity Platform (NUP) protesters in Toronto while wearing the ruling party’s colors. She accused the opposition of abducting its own members and praised President Museveni’s regime, which has faced allegations of human rights abuses.

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Critics argue that Aceng’s actions crossed a red line, violating the principles of international diplomacy. “The government of Uganda should also punish Ambassador Acheng for her unbecoming behaviors,” said Odaka Asuman, NEED Party Secretary-General.

Aceng’s departure from Canada was met with relief, but her new posting has raised eyebrows. “This unprecedented move has raised significant concerns about the ambassador’s behavior,” noted Ugandan journalist Remmy Bahati.

Rebecca Kabejja, a Ugandan feminist lawyer, expressed disappointment in Aceng’s lack of accountability. “Joy Ruth Acheng is uncouth, unprofessional, and incompetent… Ugandan leaders are so pathetic and unwise. This is embarrassing.”

The Ugandan government’s decision to appoint Aceng to the Bahamas has sparked intense scrutiny. Notably, the Bahamas and Uganda have limited diplomatic ties, with no recorded significant trade or cooperation agreements between the two nations.

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