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Uganda Communications Commission announces full restoration of internet services after elections

Civic Space & Media Freedom Verified Uganda (national) 26 Jan 2026 Severity: 1/5

The Uganda Communications Commission said in a Monday statement that internet services had been fully restored nationwide after technical and security assessments, lifting the restrictions imposed during the elections. According to the Daily Monitor, users reported reconnecting that afternoon. The UCC had said the shutdown was meant to curb misinformation and electoral fraud, while the opposition said it was used to control the electoral process.

A national event, not tied to one district.

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