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Government restores internet after five-day nationwide shutdown during general elections

Civic Space & Media Freedom Single source Uganda (national) 18 Jan 2026 Severity: 5/5

Internet services were restored across Uganda after a nationwide shutdown of five days imposed during the general elections, according to a Xinhua report carried by The Independent. Authorities said the shutdown was meant to curb misuse of online platforms.

A national event, not tied to one district.

Single source: Reported by one outlet; not yet independently confirmed.

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