Global internet observatory NetBlocks has confirmed a nationwide disruption of internet services in Uganda just days before the country heads to the polls. On Tuesday, the Uganda Communications Commission (UCC) announced the suspension of public internet access and restrictions on some mobile services ahead of the general elections. “Confirmed: Live network data show a nation-scale disruption to internet connectivity in #Uganda; the measure comes days ahead of general elections and corresponds to a shutdown notice from the Uganda Communications Commission ‘to mitigate the rapid spread of misinformation,’” NetBlocks said. 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.

Source: Daily Nation January 14, 2026 09:46 UTC