President Museveni's government ordered internet shut down on January 13. Source: FacebookThe executive director Ofwono Opondo said the decision to block the internet was informed by fear that certain individuals could abuse social media to spread hate and propaganda. Speaking to NTV Uganda soon after the electoral commission announced presidential results on Saturday, January 16, Opondo assured the public that the internet will be restored on Monday. “Uganda Communications Commission hereby directs you to immediately suspend any access and use, direct or otherwise, of all social media platforms and online messaging applications over your network until further notice,” Uganda communications regulator. Museveni winsIn a separate but related story, the Uganda Electoral Commission declared Museveni the winner of the 2021 General Election.

Source: Daily Nation January 16, 2021 16:36 UTC