Bobi Wine rejects poll outcome after fleeing house arrest, wife detained

Uganda's opposition leader Robert Kyagulanyi Ssentamu, also known as Bobi Wine, has rejected the presidential election results and reported that his wife and children are under house arrest after a night raid by security forces. He managed to evade arrest but condemned alleged widespread electoral malpractice, including ballot stuffing and a "military takeover" of the electoral process.

Kenyan Lobby Issues Demands to Museveni After Reported Killings During Elections

The Pan-African Solidarity Group, a coalition of regional civil society organizations, has condemned widespread violence and alleged electoral fraud during Uganda’s presidential elections on Thursday, January 15, 2026. They reported that over 13 people were killed, accusing the Ugandan government of state-sponsored manipulation.

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U.S. Issues Warning Following Uganda's Disputed Polls

The United States has issued a security warning for its citizens in Uganda following heightened tensions after presidential elections held on Thursday, January 15, 2026, with official results still pending. The U.S. Embassy in Uganda cautioned Americans after reports of security forces using teargas and firing shots to disperse gatherings.

Kenya Issues a Travel Alert to Uganda

Kenya has issued a travel advisory urging citizens to suspend travel to Uganda via the Busia and Malaba border points due to safety concerns following Uganda's general election held on Thursday, January 15, 2026. Busia County Commissioner Stephen Orinda cited potential post-election instability, referencing tragic incidents involving Kenyans during Tanzania's October 2025 elections.

Opposition supporters killed in overnight clashes as Uganda president takes election lead

Overnight clashes in Uganda have left at least seven opposition supporters dead as President Yoweri Museveni takes a significant lead in the presidential election results. The opposition alleges security forces attacked them, while police blame the violence on opposition supporters.