Government rejects claims it is targeting the opposition after election

Policy & Legislation Verified Uganda (national) 27 Jan 2026 Severity: 1/5

RFI reported on 27 January 2026 that Information Minister Chris Baryomunsi rejected claims of political repression, saying those arrested were criminal gangs posing as political activists. The opposition NUP says its members are being targeted.

A national event, not tied to one district.

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RFI (via AllAfrica)

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