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The month in Uganda was dominated by the tense aftermath of a national election held under a government-imposed internet blackout and a heavy military presence, raising significant concerns about the process. Early results indicated a dominant lead for long-time leader Museveni, but the poll was marked by violence and tension, with at least seven people reported killed. Following the disputed election, the military surrounded the home of opposition leader and former presidential candidate Bobi Wine in Kampala with helicopters, and the military chief gave him 48 hours to surrender. Bobi Wine claimed there was an attempt to abduct him, a claim denied by the army. The police also denied reports of his arrest. The situation was further inflamed by a public threat made against Bobi Wine by Museveni's son.
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Uganda's military has surrounded the home of opposition leader Bobi Wine in the capital, Kampala, and given him 48 hours to surrender. The military chief issued the ultimatum, while police have denied reports that Wine has been arrested. Bobi Wine, a presidential candidate, has said there was an attempt to abduct him. The Ugandan army has denied any involvement in an abduction, following a disputed election.
Yoweri Museveni has taken an early lead in Uganda's presidential election. The vote has been marked by violence, with at least seven people reported killed. Museveni's son has also threatened his main opponent, Bobi Wine, following the election.
Uganda held a national election. The vote took place with a heavy security presence and an internet blackout. Some domestic media coverage has described Muhoozi Kainerugaba, a military figure, as a potential threat to stability in Uganda and East Africa.
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