Sat Jan 24 12:14:07 UTC 2026: ### Ugandan Opposition Leader Bobi Wine Faces Escalating Persecution Following Disputed Election

The Story:
Ugandan opposition figure Robert Kyagulanyi, also known as Bobi Wine, is facing intensified persecution following the January 15, 2026, election which saw President Yoweri Museveni, 81, re-elected for a seventh term. Wine, who has denounced the election as “blatant theft,” has gone into hiding after deadly threats following elections marred by repression and an internet blackout. His wife was reportedly assaulted during a raid on their home by soldiers, leading to her hospitalization. The international community is being urged to ensure his safety.

Key Points:

  • Bobi Wine’s wife was allegedly assaulted and strangled by soldiers during a raid on their home on January 24, 2026, and is now hospitalized.
  • President Yoweri Museveni was re-elected for a seventh term on January 15, 2026, with 71.65% of the vote, compared to Wine’s 24.72%.
  • Museveni’s son, Muhoozi Kainerugaba, the army chief, threatened to hunt down and kill Wine on X (formerly Twitter).
  • Kainerugaba claimed that the army has killed 30 NUP (“National Unity Platform”) terrorists and arrested over 2,000 “hooligans” linked to Wine.
  • The European Union and the United Nations have expressed concern over the post-election violence and threats.

Key Takeaways:

  • The post-election situation in Uganda remains volatile, with credible reports of violence and repression targeting the opposition.
  • The actions of Ugandan security forces and statements from high-ranking officials suggest a deliberate effort to silence and intimidate Bobi Wine and his supporters.
  • The international community faces increasing pressure to intervene and ensure the safety of Bobi Wine and the protection of human rights in Uganda.
  • The prolonged internet shutdown further exacerbates the situation, limiting transparency and hindering the ability to monitor events on the ground.
  • The threats made on social media platforms, particularly by high-ranking military officials, represent a dangerous escalation of the conflict.

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