The Kenya Human Rights Commission (KHRC) has expressed concern over the Uganda Communications Commission’s (UCC) decision to suspend public internet access and restrict some mobile services ahead of Uganda’s general elections. “KHRC warns that cutting off the internet may exacerbate the situation.”The commission urged the UCC to reconsider its decision. Observers and rights advocates have raised concerns over the trend of internet restrictions during elections in parts of the region. Ugandan opposition presidential candidate Robert Kyagulanyi, widely known as Bobi Wine, criticised the government’s decision to impose a temporary nationwide internet shutdown. Some citizens view the shutdown as a restriction of rights, while others see it as a precautionary measure to safeguard the electoral process.

Source: The Star January 13, 2026 16:43 UTC