Apparently Uganda has a lots of vital and sensitive installations; this is according to the many and varied security officers that are scattered across the city and country. On my way to Northern Uganda, I really wanted to take a picture of the rive Nile while on the bridge that spans the river. I was told by my local compatriots that this was not possible as I needed to seek the permission of the soldiers that were guarding this area. The bridge was an important security asset. This sounded reasonable so I thought that I would just wait until the return trip and get some pictures from the road side. Most of the individuals in the vehicle were a bit apprehensive, but none the less allowed me to get a few shots – they were not the greatest. This was Sunday, June 6. On June 7, I was walking past the commercial court building - a very nice one - and I decided to take a picture. Much to my chagrin, the guards stopped me from doing so. They said it was sensitive security installation and I needed permission before taking the picture. Why did I not ask the super in charge of the group of officers guarding at the entrance of the court for his approval? I could not imagine that almost all the government buildings here will be sensitive security installations....or am I just dealing with over excited security guards who have an importance complex? Heavens knows....but it seems... that the excitement that I feel when I see some interesting government places must be tempered so as not to upset the delicate security infrastructure of the state.
I think that in most places, you are allowed to take pictures – after all, this is what tourist do the world over. I did want to take a shot of the building so I went back a few days later and asked fro the super - this person could not be found. I just decided to take the pictures and be done with it.
I hope that I can get a shot of the Parliament – it is also quite impressive!
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