Uganda Votes for President Amid Internet Shutdown - WSJ - The Wall Street Journal

The election has sparked Uganda’s worst political clashes in decades, as rapper-turned-lawmaker Bobi Wine attempts to unseat Yoweri Museveni, one of Africa’s longest-serving leaders. Read More

Uganda elections: Government shuts down social media | CNN

Ugandan President Yoweri Museveni calls social media shutdown a “security measure to avert lies” as voters go to the polls. He has been in office for 30 years. Read More

Uganda: Internet cut off as polls close in tense election - with reggae singer taking on president twice his age - Sky News

Polls have closed in Uganda after a presidential election marred by violence - with internet access cut off amid fears that the unrest could escalate. Long lines of voters were seen in the capital ... Read More

Uganda eases internet shutdown imposed over election

Uganda police spokesman Fred Enanga said 55 people had been arrested over the election period for "violent acts" including blocking highways and damaging property. Read More

Ugandan govt shuts down social media 48 hours to presidential election

The Ugandan government has ordered internet service providers to shut down social media and messaging services. The directive was issued ahead of Thursday’s presidential election. In a letter ... Read More

Uganda govt shuts down social media ahead of presidential election - Vanguard News

Uganda's communications regulator has ordered the shutdown of social media and messaging applications, ahead of a highly-charged election. Tuesday, 28th March 2023 Vanguard News ... Read More