Ugandan opposition presidential candidate Robert Kyagulanyi, popularly known as Bobi Wine, has condemned the government’s decision to impose a “temporary” nationwide internet shutdown ahead of the country’s general elections. “The criminal regime has announced an internet shutdown throughout Uganda, beginning 6 pm today, ahead of the election on Thursday,” Wine said on X. He added defiantly, “Uganda will be free.”Wine is set to face long-serving President Yoweri Museveni, 81, who has ruled Uganda since 1986. The internet shutdown directive comes shortly after statements by Wine in which he warned of possible protests should the elections be perceived as unfair. “It’s is very necessary for the internet to be shut down in order to avoid any unreasonable videos going viral.

Source: The Star January 13, 2026 14:58 UTC