Bobi Wine, the National Unity Platform (NUP) presidential candidate, pledged to ensure the safety of President Yoweri Museveni if he accepts defeat in the upcoming January 15, 2026, elections. Speaking to supporters in Malare, Wine emphasized his commitment to peaceful political transitions and called for respect of the electoral outcome. He urged both his followers and the broader public to uphold security and avoid violence, reinforcing the importance of stability during the election period.

Ugandan ICT Permanent Secretary Aminah Zawedde warned against the misuse of artificial intelligence (AI) ahead of the January 15 general elections, emphasizing that manipulated AI content could mislead voters and undermine democratic processes. She highlighted risks including deepfake images, AI-generated audio impersonations, and automated accounts spreading false narratives. Zawedde urged the public to avoid sharing unverified information and noted that existing laws already apply to election-related AI misuse, which carries serious legal consequences.

Ugandan authorities have detained civil society activists, including lawyer Sarah Bireete, ahead of the January 15, 2026, general elections. Bireete was denied bail until after the polls, prompting concerns about the state of democratic space, freedom of speech, and political accountability under President Yoweri Museveni. Observers note that these arrests could affect civil society operations and raise questions about the environment for political engagement and governance in Uganda during the election period.

The Electoral Commission (EC) has received a new consignment of ballot papers at Entebbe Airport as Uganda prepares for the January 15 general elections. The shipment includes papers for District and City Chairpersons and District Women Councillors, completing about 90% of the required materials. EC officials, political party representatives, and observers supervised the delivery. The Commission will pack and distribute the ballots securely to polling stations, maintaining a phased process to ensure transparency and timely election preparations.

Uganda Police dismissed claims of a plan to arrest National Unity Platform presidential candidate Robert Kyagulanyi Sentamu, known as Bobi Wine, ahead of the January 15, 2026, elections. In a statement, the Uganda Police Force (UPF) said the allegations are unfounded and provocative, affirming that it has provided security for Bobi Wine during his campaign. The police urged all political actors to promote non-violence and said arrests would follow legal guidelines.

Ugandan authorities have dismissed claims of an impending internet and mobile money shutdown ahead of the January 15 general elections. The Uganda Communications Commission (UCC) and ICT Permanent Secretary Aminah Zawedde confirmed that no such directive has been issued, labeling circulating notices as fake and misleading. Officials urged the public to rely on verified sources and warned against spreading unverified information, emphasizing that services will remain fully operational to support a peaceful and credible electoral process.