Ugandan President Museveni leads in preliminary election results, but opposition challenges them over alleged fraud and technical issues.

In Uganda’s January 16, 2026, presidential election, incumbent President Yoweri Museveni claimed a commanding early lead in preliminary results, with reports indicating he received nearly 3.9 million votes. The opposition, led by Bobi Wine, disputed the results, citing technical failures, internet shutdowns, vote count delays, and alleged manipulation, including concerns over Printing Auxiliary Display Units. The electoral commission maintained the process was ongoing, while international observers called for transparency amid growing concerns over the election’s fairness. Final results remain pending.