‘Protect the vote’: Bobi Wine, opposition brace for tense Uganda election
Summary
Bobi Wine, a singer-turned-politician in Uganda, is running for president again in an election marked by tension and reports of violence against his campaign. Current President Yoweri Museveni, in power since 1986, is seeking another term amid allegations of repression from the opposition. The election, involving several candidates and over 21 million voters, is drawing near amid a climate of fear and intimidation.Key Facts
- Bobi Wine is a major opposition candidate in Uganda's presidential election.
- Current President Yoweri Museveni has been in power since 1986 and is running again.
- Bobi Wine's campaign events have faced tear gas, roadblocks, and arrests.
- Bobi Wine has been wearing a bulletproof vest and helmet due to safety concerns.
- In 2021, more than 50 people died in election-related violence in Uganda.
- Museveni's son, the army chief, made public threats against Bobi Wine.
- Despite reduced open violence, Bobi Wine's campaign remains under heavy pressure.
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