Uganda presidential election: Yoweri Museveni declared winner

Uganda presidential election: Yoweri Museveni declared winner
Uganda’s long-time President Yoweri Museveni (Ben Curtis/AP)

Uganda’s longtime president Yoweri Museveni has won a sixth term, the country’s electoral commission said, while top opposition challenger Bobi Wine has alleged rigging.

The electoral commission said Mr Museveni received 58% of ballots and Mr Wine 34%, and voter turnout was 52%.

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