Uganda Awaits Election Results Amidst Tension and Allegations

Vote counting is ongoing in Uganda's tense presidential election amid internet shutdowns and claims of electoral fraud by opposition leader Bobi Wine. Complaints include detained polling agents and ballot stuffing, with heavy security around Wine as President Museveni seeks to extend his four-decade rule.

Uganda is in the throes of a highly anticipated presidential election with vote counting ongoing, against a backdrop of internet blackouts and allegations of electoral malpractice. Opposition leader Bobi Wine has voiced concerns about voting integrity, citing detained polling agents and widespread ballot stuffing.

Tensions are particularly high around Wine, a musician-turned-politician, who is challenging President Yoweri Museveni's long-standing rule. Heavy security has been stationed outside his Kampala residence amidst his claims of electoral malpractice aimed to undermine his campaign.

Museveni, who has been in power for nearly four decades, is defending his administration's use of new technology like biometric machines, to ensure a secure electoral process. As the nation awaits the election outcome, the military's prominent role under Museveni's son spotlights the underlying power dynamics.

(With inputs from agencies.)