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2026-01-13

2026 Ugandan general election

Uganda orders a nationwide internet shutdown two days before its general election, with the communications regulator directing service providers to suspend access to curb alleged misinformation and incitement.

Sources: AFP via ''Le Monde Al Jazeera

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