The most recent elections in Uganda were the general elections held on January 14, 2021. In these elections, Ugandans voted for the President and members of Parliament. Here are some key points about the elections:
- Presidential Election:
- The incumbent President Yoweri Museveni, representing the National Resistance Movement (NRM), was re-elected for a sixth term.
- His main opponent, Robert Kyagulanyi Ssentamu, commonly known as Bobi Wine, a former pop star turned politician, ran under the National Unity Platform (NUP) banner.
- Election Results:
- Yoweri Museveni received 58.38% of the vote.
- Bobi Wine received 34.83% of the vote.
- The results were contested by Bobi Wine and his supporters, citing widespread irregularities and allegations of vote rigging.
- Parliamentary Elections:
- The NRM won the majority of the seats in the Parliament, although the NUP made significant gains, particularly in urban areas, becoming the main opposition party.
- Election Environment:
- The election period was marked by violence and suppression of opposition activities.
- Internet access was shut down across Uganda on the eve of the elections and was only restored after several days.
- There were numerous reports of security forces arresting opposition supporters and journalists.
The political climate in Uganda remains tense, with ongoing concerns about democratic processes and human rights.