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Originally published by Kenyanstop
January 24, 2026
5h ago
European Union Warns Museveni Over Bobi Wine’s Harassment
The Ugandan general elections were characterised by an internet blackout and violence that resulted in the demise of at least 12 people as Museveni secured his seventh term...
✨ Key Highlights
The European Union has issued a warning to Ugandan President Yoweri Museveni's administration regarding the ongoing harassment of opposition leader Robert Kyagulanyi, also known as Bobi Wine.
- The EU highlighted concerns from the AU-COMESA-IGAD Election Observation Mission's preliminary statement about an uneven playing field and arbitrary detentions.
- The organization regretted pre- and post-electoral violence and threats against Bobi Wine, urging all parties to exercise restraint.
- Museveni secured his seventh term with 71.65 percent (7.95 million votes), while Bobi Wine received 24.72 percent (2.7 million votes) in the January 15, 2026, elections.
- The EU expressed reservations about a 5-day internet shutdown during the election period and condemned both pre- and post-election violence.
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