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The longstanding president won a sixth term amid allegations of vote-rigging, corruption, and nepotism
Singer-turned-politician Bobi Wine claims widespread fraud during presidential vote
During his campaign, Africa’s ‘ghetto president’ has been beaten and thrown in jail more times than he can recall
Democracy ‘on trial’ as pop star takes on longstanding leader Yoweri Museveni
But the clamour from the street for representation and justice is getting louder
Killings mark a sharp escalation in violence two months before elections are due to take place
Musician turned politician poses challenge to Museveni after surviving serious assault
Police ban rallies on security grounds after MP comes back from the US
Popular Kampala singer challenges his country’s ageing leader in song and parliament
Decision by parliament could extend 73-year-old Museveni’s rule to 2031
Yoweri Museveni has ruled the east African nation for 31 years
Ugandans fear for future as debate rages over removal of presidential age limit
Fears of unrest as struggling economy fuels protests against president
Farming methods need upgrading to increase production
Competition from regional rivals has harmed the country’s ability to pull in funding
Veteran leader’s decisions today will dictate whether citizens escape poverty
The economy is among the fastest growing in Africa, but big challenges lie ahead
Rejection of Kenya route is victory for Total which had security concerns about Somali border
$23bn US-backed regional trade corridor under threat
Agribusinesses aim to turn Nwoya region into granary of sub-Saharan Africa
Kizza Besigye detained as he attempted to protest against election result
Detained Kizza Besigye tells supporters to take action against Museveni regime
President cements his grip on power in election criticised by independent observers
Holding on means hollowing out the institutions on which the future must be built
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