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January 16, 2026
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Uganda's President Museveni takes commanding election lead, deadly violence reported

Uganda's President Museveni takes commanding election lead, deadly violence reported

Results announced showed Museveni with 76.25% of the vote based on tallies from nearly half of the polling stations. His main challenger, popular singer Bobi Wine, trailed with 19.85%, and the re.....

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Uganda's President Yoweri Museveni has taken a commanding lead in early presidential election results, with the opposition alleging fraud and reports of deadly violence emerging. The election was held under an internet blackout, drawing criticism from human rights groups.

  • Museveni leads with 76.25% of the vote, based on nearly half of the polling stations, while challenger Bobi Wine has 19.85%.
  • Reports of violence erupted in Butambala, southwest of Kampala, with human rights activists claiming security forces killed at least 10 opposition supporters.
  • Bobi Wine's National Unity Platform (NUP) party stated he is under house arrest, a claim disputed by police.

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