Uganda blocked social media sites including Twitter, Facebook and WhatsApp before the swearing-in ceremony on Thursday of President Yoweri Museveni, whose re-election sparked protests and a crackdown on dissent. Watch: [VIDEO] Besigye 'sworn in' as Uganda President day before Museveni's ceremonyEU monitors said the election was held in an intimidating atmosphere and the electoral body lacked independence and transparency. Museveni has been credited with restoring order after years of chaotic rule since coming to power in 1986. Museveni, 71, officially won 60 per cent of the vote in February, allowing him to take on another term and extend his rule to 35 years. The opposition cried foul and protests broke out, leading to some clashes with police and dozens of arrests.

Source: The Star May 11, 2016 22:15 UTC