Museveni takes strong lead in early results of Uganda presidential race

BBC News - WorldEN 1 min read 100% complete January 16, 2026 at 08:49 AM

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Uganda held a presidential election on Thursday, and early results announced Friday morning show President Yoweri Museveni in the lead. According to the electoral agency, Museveni has secured 76% of the votes based on 45% of polling stations reporting. Opposition leader Bobi Wine trails behind with approximately 20% of the vote. Museveni is seeking his seventh term in office after a campaign marked by violence. Ugandans participated in the tense national election to determine their next leader.

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Electoral Agency 40% Ugandans 50% Presidential Election 60% Bobi Wine 70% Uganda ×280% Yoweri Museveni ×390%

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