Uganda, April 18 -- Time Magazine has named Ugandan rights activist Frank Mugisha as one of the "100 Most Influential Figures of 2024".

Mugisha is currently a fellow at Columbia University's Institute of Global Politics.

The list revealed on Wednesday, features figures from different countries and categories, including innovators, titans and leaders.

"Honoured to be included in the 2024 #TIME100 list. Grateful for the recognition and inspired to continue making a positive impact," he said.

Former US secretary of state Hillary Clinton played a glowing tribute to the activist.

"In the face of death threats and intimidation, of lost jobs and lost friends, and as one of the few out gay people in Uganda, Frank Mugisha has never backed dow...