Uganda's Museveni election victory: Democracy or deception?

President Yoweri Museveni's 2026 election win has sparked sharp controversy in Uganda, with opposition groups and civil society alleging irregularities, voter intimidation, restrictions on media and opposition campaigning. While the government and electoral commission say the vote reflected the will of the people, critics argue the political playing field was heavily tilted in the incumbent's favor. In cities and on social media, many Ugandans have expressed frustration over what they see as shrinking democratic space, while Museveni's supporters point to stability and security as reasons for backing him. The disputed outcome has deepened political divisions and renewed debate over whether elections in Uganda can still deliver meaningful change. In this special episode of Under the Baobab, we sit down with two opposing voices: Mike Sebalu, a former MP and strong supporter of Museveni, and Yusuf Sserunkuuma, an opposition politician, to unpack what this election really means for Uganda's democracy.