Yoweri Museveni begins seventh term as Uganda’s president
Yoweri Museveni has been sworn in for his seventh consecutive term as president of Uganda, continuing his nearly four-decade leadership. The inauguration took place at the Kololo Independence Grounds in Kampala, with heavy security measures in place. His main opponent, Bobi Wine, rejected the election results and later fled the country, citing safety concerns. Several African leaders attended the ceremony, while rights groups and opposition figures have raised concerns about the election and its aftermath.
What we know
- Yoweri Museveni secured more than 70 percent of the votes, according to election authorities.
- Bobi Wine alleged widespread irregularities and called the election results “fake.”
- Rights groups, including Amnesty International, reported that at least 16 people were killed by security forces between January 15 and 18 during post-election unrest.
- Another opposition politician, Kizza Besigye, remains in detention after being arrested in late 2024.
- The Ugandan government has faced criticism over a recently passed Sovereignty Bill targeting foreign influence and funding.
