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Uganda’s Museveni wins 7th term, opponent calls results ‘fake’

Uganda’s Museveni wins 7th term, opponent calls results ‘fake’

Summary

President Yoweri Museveni of Uganda has won a seventh term in office, securing about 72% of the votes based on official results. His opponent, Bobi Wine, disputes the results and has urged for peaceful demonstrations.

Key Facts

  • President Yoweri Museveni has been re-elected in Uganda.
  • This marks his seventh term in office.
  • Official results show Museveni winning nearly 72% of the vote.
  • Bobi Wine, the main opposition candidate, contests these results.
  • Bobi Wine has called the election results "fake."
  • Wine is encouraging peaceful street protests in response.

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