Mbale, Uganda – What was meant to be a day of political mobilisation turned into a scene of horror and grief as a campaign accident claimed the lives of two supporters and left several others critically injured. The joint campaigns in Mbale District have been suspended indefinitely following the tragic incident, which has cast a dark shadow over the ongoing electoral process.

Kyazanga Town Council, Lwengo District – Yesterday’s youth council elections in Kyazanga descended into chaos as security forces fired live bullets and tear gas to disperse frustrated young voters who accused authorities of blocking their preferred candidates.

Mubende, Uganda – Tensions in Kasambya Constituency escalated into violent clashes yesterday between supporters of two rival NRM parliamentary aspirants, Henry Muhumuza and incumbent MP David Kabanda, leaving multiple people injured and property destroyed.