Yoweri Museveni has been sworn in for a seventh term as Uganda's president after winning a disputed election with over 70% of the vote. His rule, which began in 1986, has made him one of Africa's longest-serving leaders, with his current term expected to last until 2031. The inauguration ceremony took place in Kampala, attended by several African leaders, and was marked as a public holiday in Uganda.
Despite the government's claims of a fair election, opposition figures have raised concerns about violence and repression. Critics, including opposition leader Bobi Wine, have accused the government of using force against dissenters, while rights groups have reported fatalities linked to security forces during the election period. Museveni's administration has also introduced a new Sovereignty Bill that criminalizes actions perceived as foreign interference in Uganda's affairs.