EXCLUSIVENews|ElectionsUganda’s Bobi Wine: ‘We have evidence’ of election fraud in Museveni winIn an exclusive interview from hiding, the main opposition presidential candidate blasts the government’s ‘crackdown to silence’ critics.

Following the recent presidential and legislative elections in Uganda, the country has largely returned to normalcy after a period marked by significant tension and violence in certain regions.

President Yoweri Museveni, aged 81, was announced the victor with 72% of the votes. His main opponent, Robert Kyagulanyi, also known as Bobi Wine, received 25% of the votes. The results have been contested by Bobi Wine's National Unity Platform (NUP) and other presidential candidates, who have alleged irregularities such as ballot stuffing and voter intimidation.

Bobi Wine has accused the government of repressing opposition voices, claiming that the authorities have cracked down on dissent by shutting down the internet and arresting protesters. The government, in turn, has justified the four-day internet shutdown as a security measure to prevent misinformation. Additionally, there have been conflicting reports concerning incidents of violence, with the government and opposition providing different accounts of events.

The Ugandan authorities have reported casualties, stating that seven people were killed in Butambala during clashes. However, the NUP claims at least 10 people were killed by police at a party official's home, a report that remains unverified by independent sources.

Despite these challenges, President Museveni has accused the opposition of attempting to destabilize the nation. Meanwhile, Bobi Wine has continued to reject the election results, alleging electoral fraud and calling for peaceful protests in accordance with Uganda's constitution.

This report provides an overview of the current political climate in Uganda following the contentious elections.

Based on reporting by Al Jazeera.