It's Museveni's seventh heaven, democracy's hell

Uganda’s President Yoweri Museveni casts his ballot in Rwakitura, on January 15, 2026.[AFP]

When Uganda’s Electoral Commission chairperson Simon Byabakama declared President Yoweri Museveni the winner of the January 15 presidential election on Saturday, the announcement confirmed more than a disputed electoral outcome. It reaffirmed a political model that has defined Uganda’s governance for nearly four decades, and continues to shape power retention across much of Africa.Get Full Access for Ksh299/WeekBold Reporting Takes Time, Courage and Investment. Stand With Us.Unlock Full AccessUnlimited access to all premium contentUninterrupted ad-free browsing experienceMobile-optimized reading experienceWeekly NewslettersMPesa, Airtel Money and Cards acceptedAlready a subscriber?Log inFollow The Standard
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