Kampala: Uganda’s political scene is heating up as the country moves toward its 2026 presidential election. Opposition leader and former pop star Robert Kyagulanyi, popularly known as Bobi Wine, has been officially cleared by the Electoral Commission to run for president. This sets the stage for a high-profile rematch against long-time incumbent President Yoweri Museveni, who has been in power since 1986 and is seeking a record seventh term.

Bobi Wine’s initial nomination faced hurdles due to issues with signature validity, which he claimed were politically motivated. After resubmitting corrected signatures, he was formally nominated on September 24, 2025. His party, the National Unity Platform, has reported political persecution, including threats from government officials and detentio

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