"Ugandans head to the polls on January 15 in one of the most closely watched elections in recent years. Incumbent President Yoweri Museveni, who has ruled since 1986, seeks a seventh term, and his biggest challenger is musician-turned-politician Robert Kyagulanyi Sentamu, also known as Bobi Wine. Many observers expect a predetermined outcome, while opposition figures warn that the process will not be free and fair. On the streets Uganda, daily life carries on. For many, the ballot is not about slogans or rallies it's about survival and hope."
"On a bustling street corner in Kampala, Sarah flips chapatis, a local delicacy, on a sizzling pan, her stall framed by the aroma of fried dough and the chatter of customers. "People talk about big promises," she says, wiping sweat from her brow. "But for me, it's simple: I want a government that makes life affordable. Flour prices keep going up, and every day I wonder if I'll make enough to feed my children.""
"Nearby, James, a motorcycle taxi rider known locally as a boda boda adjusts his helmet and checks his fuel gauge. "Fuel is killing us," he says with a laugh that hides frustration. "Every time the price goes up, my profit disappears. Politicians say they'll fix roads and reduce costs, but we've heard that before. This election maybe it's time they listen.""
Uganda holds a high-stakes election on January 15 with long-time President Yoweri Museveni seeking a seventh term and musician-turned-politician Robert Kyagulanyi Sentamu (Bobi Wine) as the main challenger. Many expect a predetermined result while opposition figures warn the vote will not be free and fair. Daily life in Kampala continues amid rising living costs, strained infrastructure, and limited jobs that shape voter priorities. Street vendors and motorcycle taxi riders emphasize affordability, fuel costs, and feeding families over slogans. Uganda's Gen Z, many first-time voters, has emerged as a vocal force demanding change amid an expanding security crackdown.
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