Uganda's Army Captures a Rebel Leader Who Isn't Joseph Kony
The Uganda army has managed to track down and arrest a "big fish" in the Lord's Resistance Army, who is an ally to their controversial leader, Joseph Kony.
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Admit It: Kony 2012 Is Making a Difference
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Invisible Children, the group behind the viral video phenomenon Kony 2012, has been vilified for its "white savior complex," evangelical donor base, financial record, particularly $1 million on travel expenses, over-simplified message and hipster do-nothing-ism.
Kony 2012's Most Motivated Viewers
A few months before Invisible Children released Kony 2012, the U.S. sent about 100 troops to Central Africa to help hunt Joseph Kony and his Lord's Resistance Army, and while the video's impact is debatable, it's certainly helping to keep those soldiers on the job.
Uganda's Government Still Not #StopKONY Fans
Ugandan official are putting together a military force to capture warlord Joseph Kony, but they would really like to stop hearing about "Kony 2012" from Westerners.
The Problems with 'Stop Kony'
From the $2 million Oprah Donation to why Invisible Children, the filmmakers behind the campaign, supports the corrupt Ugandan Army, there are a few things you need to know before you donate to very viral Stop Kony campaign.
What Are U.S. Troops Doing in Central Africa?
Obama ordered combat troops to deal with a group called the Lord's Resistance Army
Arrest of Opposition Leader, Caught on Video, Sparks Riots in Uganda
Weeks-long protests over food and fuel prices have reached the capital of Kampala
Uganda Threatens to Shut Down Social Networking
But reported failed attempt from last week shows that might not be possible
Uganda Offers to Welcome Qaddafi in Asylum, Then Denies It
The Ugandan government doesn't seem to have their story straight
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