Winnie Byanyima speaks out as Besigye is hospitalised

Despite collapsing in court and missing proceedings, Besigye's treason trial is proceeding in his absence...

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Ugandan opposition figure Dr Kizza Besigye and former Kampala Lord Mayor Erias Lukwago have been evacuated from Luzira Prison for medical attention. While Uganda Prisons Service dismisses reports of critical health, Dr Besigye's wife, Winnie Byanyima, states he is "very weak" and "struggles to walk."

Dr Kizza Besigye and Erias Lukwago were moved to the Joint Clinical Research Centre (JCRC) on Monday, August 31.
Winnie Byanyima expressed concern over her husband's deteriorating health, stating he is "still very weak."
Dr Besigye is currently on trial for treason, facing charges related to alleged meetings discussing plans to overthrow the Ugandan government.

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