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Uganda's Museveni Eyes 7th Term Amid Controversy

6/30/2025

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Ugandan President Yoweri Museveni, at 80, is pushing for a seventh term, eyeing nearly 50 years in power. Critics slam his authoritarian grip, especially against rival Bobi Wine. While Museveni vows to combat corruption, concerns grow over potential hereditary rule as his son shows political aspirations. Uganda's history remains marred by a lack of peaceful power transitions since 1962.

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Ugandan President Yoweri Museveni, at 80, is pushing for a seventh term, eyeing nearly 50 years in power. Critics slam his authoritarian grip, especially against rival Bobi Wine. While Museveni vows to combat corruption, concerns grow over potential hereditary rule as his son shows political aspirations. Uganda's history remains marred by a lack of peaceful power transitions since 1962.