Most of Uganda's population is under 17 - will they give an 81-year-old another term?
Summary
Uganda is preparing for a presidential election with 81-year-old Yoweri Museveni and 43-year-old Bobi Wine as the main candidates. Most of Uganda's population is under 17, and young people are heavily involved in the election campaigns. Museveni has been in power for four decades, while Wine presents himself as a voice for generational change.Key Facts
- Uganda's population is very young, with the median age being just 17 years.
- President Yoweri Museveni is 81 years old and seeking his seventh term.
- Bobi Wine, whose real name is Robert Kyagulanyi, is 43 years old and a former pop star.
- Young supporters are actively participating in both Museveni's and Wine's election campaigns.
- Museveni and his party emphasize stability and continuity with their slogan "Protecting the Gains."
- Bobi Wine's party, the National Unity Platform, uses the slogan "Protest Vote" to push for change.
- Uganda's economy struggles to create enough jobs for its growing young workforce.
- Museveni has been in power since the 1980s and is facing criticism for clinging to leadership.
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