Uganda election: Bobi Wine under house arrest amid violence claims, Museveni nears 5th term

South China Morning PostCenter-RightEN 1 min read 100% complete by Agence France-PresseJanuary 16, 2026 at 01:58 PM

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In Uganda, opposition leader Bobi Wine was placed under house arrest following an election where incumbent President Yoweri Museveni is nearing a potential fifth term. Preliminary results from the Electoral Commission show Museveni with a significant lead over Wine, while the opposition alleges widespread violence and accuses security forces of killing civilians. Wine, the main challenger to Museveni, has been a rising political figure. The election took place amid an internet blackout imposed by authorities, and final results are expected Saturday. Museveni, who has ruled for 40 years, faces accusations of repressing the opposition.

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Kampala 40% Electoral Commission 60% National Unity Platform (NUP) 70% Uganda ×280% Bobi Wine (Robert Kyagulanyi) ×590% Yoweri Museveni ×390%

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uganda election 100% bobi wine 90% yoweri museveni 90% house arrest 80% election violence 70% internet blackout 60% political opposition 60% electoral commission 50% political repression 50%

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