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More and more Ugandan men seek DNA paternity tests, often with heartbreaking results

Voluntary DNA tests have surged among Ugandan men, with over 98% of results indicating non-paternity, leading to counseling, mediation, and legal conflicts, officials said.

  • In Uganda, demand for DNA paternity tests is rising among men, often leading to painful discoveries, as stated by Simon Peter Mundeyi, a spokesman for the Ministry of Internal Affairs.
  • About 95% of those taking DNA tests are men, and over 98% find they are not the biological fathers, according to Simon Peter Mundeyi.
  • The Anglican Archbishop of Uganda, Stephen Kaziimba, advised against DNA testing during a sermon, referencing the virgin birth of Jesus.
  • Cultural taboos around discussing paternity concerns exist, but the practice is increasing amid property disputes and divorce proceedings.
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