In early August 1972 the President of Uganda, General Idi Amin, inhumanely ordered the expulsion of the country's Asian population, giving them 90 days to leave the country. The Asians had lived in Uganda since the late 1800s under British rule. The majority of Asians originally came to Uganda from British India to work on the construction of the Uganda Railway and in other government sectors. Many decided to remain in East Africa after the line's completion. The Asians prospered and owned most

Forest Whitaker’s performance in The Last King of Scotland is nothing short of terrifying brilliance. As Idi Amin, he shifts effortlessly between charm and brutality, creating a character so magnetic and unpredictable you can’t look away. Whitaker doesn’t just play Amin — he embodies him, capturing the charisma, paranoia, and chilling power of a dictator who smiles one moment and strikes the next. It’s a towering performance that earned him the Oscar — and remains one of the most unforgettable p

24K views · 123 reactions | Hear from the charismatic and terrifying General Idi Amin, Uganda’s former leader at the heart of The Last King of Scotland - which is now open in the Crucible. Audiences are already absolutely riveted by this electrifying drama. | Sheffield Theatres | Facebook