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Museveni Leads Uganda Elections Amid Africa Cup Excitement

1/17/2026

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Uganda's President Yoweri Museveni leads in preliminary presidential election results with a substantial lead.
This information comes as the election results begin to emerge.
A significant multinational naval exercise has concluded in Cape Town, South Africa.
The Africa Cup of Nations is approaching its final match.

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Story summary

Uganda's President Yoweri Museveni leads in preliminary presidential election results with a substantial lead.
This information comes as the election results begin to emerge.
A significant multinational naval exercise has concluded in Cape Town, South Africa.
The Africa Cup of Nations is approaching its final match.