Uganda faces mounting calls to end internet blackout before elections
Summary
Uganda has turned off the internet across the country just before a significant election. The United Nations and other groups are worried that this limits people's ability to get information and participate freely in the election. Critics say this action could hide vote fraud and hurt free expression.Key Facts
- Uganda shut down the internet nationwide just days before an important election on January 15.
- The United Nations calls the internet blackout "deeply worrying" as it can affect fair and open elections.
- The Uganda Communications Commission claims the shutdown is to stop misinformation and fraud.
- The internet monitoring group NetBlocks confirms the country is experiencing widespread internet blockage.
- President Yoweri Museveni faces opposition from Bobi Wine, a popular musician-turned-politician.
- Critics, including Amnesty International, say the shutdown attacks freedom of expression.
- Previous elections in Uganda have been marked by violence and internet restrictions, with at least 54 deaths reported in the 2021 elections.
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