Ugandan opposition leader Bobi Wine has announced he has temporarily left the country for "critical engagements" abroad following the disputed January presidential election. He had been in hiding for two months after challenging the results, which saw incumbent Yoweri Museveni retain power.

• Bobi Wine, real name Robert Kyagulanyi, plans to engage international allies while outside Uganda and then return to continue his push for freedom and democracy.
• Key individuals involved include opposition leader Bobi Wine and long-time leader Yoweri Museveni.
• Uganda's security forces had reportedly intensified their search for Wine, with roadblocks and raids being conducted.