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Ugandan Elections: Museveni Claims Victory Amid Controversy

1/20/2026

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Ugandan President Yoweri Museveni declared a landslide victory in the recent elections, citing his party's strength amid the lowest voter turnout in two decades.
Opposition figure Bobi Wine accused the government of ballot stuffing and reported harassment and intimidation of his supporters by security forces.
The disputes underscore the contentious nature of Uganda's electoral process.

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Ugandan President Yoweri Museveni declared a landslide victory in the recent elections, citing his party's strength amid the lowest voter turnout in two decades.
Opposition figure Bobi Wine accused the government of ballot stuffing and reported harassment and intimidation of his supporters by security forces.
The disputes underscore the contentious nature of Uganda's electoral process.