3. Idi Amin: Uganda’s Reign of Terror
Idi Amin seized power in Uganda in 1971, launching an era defined by violence, paranoia, and chaos. His regime was marked by mass killings, economic mismanagement, and the expulsion of entire communities, leaving the nation isolated and impoverished. Up to 500,000 Ugandans perished under his brutal rule. Amin’s erratic decisions devastated the country—economically and socially—casting a long, dark shadow over Uganda’s history. [Source: Britannica]
