KAMPALA-(MaraviPost)-Voters in Uganda are casting their ballots for president and members of parliament after polling stations opened on Thursday, amid reports of delays in some areas.
The electoral process is underway, with some 21.6 million people eligible to vote, and counting will begin after the polls close at 4pm (1300 GMT).
President Yoweri Museveni, who has been in power for 40 years, is seeking to extend his rule, making this election a crucial moment in Uganda’s history.
Museveni’s main challenger is Robert Kyagulanyi, popularly known as Bobi Wine, a 43-year-old musician-turned-politician who finished second in the 2021 election with 35% of the vote.
Other notable candidates include Mugisha Muntu, a former military chief, and Nandala Mafabi, a lawmaker and anti-corruption campaigner.
The election is being held amid concerns about voter intimidation, internet disruptions, and allegations of human rights abuses against opposition supporters.
The outcome of the election is widely expected to favor Museveni, but the margin of victory and the conduct of the vote could have significant implications for Uganda’s future.
The election is seen as a test of Museveni’s grip on power and a potential indicator of succession plans, with speculation surrounding his son, Muhoozi Kainerugaba, as a possible heir.
For more information on the candidates and their platforms, you can check out sources like Reuters and Africanews.
