February 18, 2016 elections in Uganda

Uganda will hold elections on February 18, 2016. Human rights groups are concerned about potential violence due to alleged violent rhetoric coming from police and politicians.

Advice

Travellers in Uganda should exercise caution, particularly in the capital, Kampala. To minimize safety risk, always avoid areas of large public gatherings or demonstrations.

References

http://www.dw.com/en/uganda-fears-of-violence-ahead-of-elections/a-19027421 http://www.nation.co.ke/news/africa/Controversial-crime-preventers-patrol-Kampala-ahead-of-polls-/-/1066/3072760/-/umiytb/-/index.html http://www.voanews.com/content/worries-over-violence-cloud-elections-in-uganda/3188017.html Last updated:2020-12-13T22:12:15.712401Z

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