Ugandan president wins election amid opposition claims of ballot stuffing.

Uganda’s long-time leader Yoweri Museveni has won the presidential election with 71% support, securing a seventh term, while main opposition leader Bobi Wine claims of “massive ballot stuffing”. Wine, who gained 24% of the vote, has denounced the results as fake and alleged fraud, leading to unrest and a state-enforced internet blackout. Museveni, in power for 40 years, has faced criticism for changing rules to maintain control, with no plans to step down. The election process was marred by delays, machine malfunctions, and security forces monitoring and harassing opposition figures.

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