Yoweri Museveni won his seventh term as president of Uganda, securing more than 70% of the vote, according to state election authorities. The announcement followed an internet shutdown and allegations of fraud by his main opponent, Bobi Wine.

Wine, a musician and political newcomer, denounced the results as fabricated and claimed that polling staff were abducted, citing these and other irregularities as evidence of widespread electoral malfeasance. He urged his supporters to engage in peaceful protests to demand the release of what he believes are the legitimate results. Wine also alleged that he fled his home due to a security forces raid on Friday, with his party claiming he was taken from his residence.

Museveni, who has been president for 40 years, is now the third-longest-serving non-royal national leader in the world. This election marks another extension of his rule, which began in 1986.

The election took place amid heightened security and restricted internet access, leading to concerns from international observers about the fairness and transparency of the process. The government defended the internet shutdown as a measure to prevent the spread of misinformation and maintain order during the election period.

The United States and the European Union have expressed concerns about the credibility of the election and called for investigations into the reported irregularities. Opposition parties have long accused Museveni's government of using state resources to suppress dissent and manipulate elections, charges the government denies.

The current status is that Museveni is set to begin his new term, while Wine has indicated he will pursue legal and political avenues to challenge the election results. The potential for protests and further political instability remains a concern in the aftermath of the election.