Africa Uncensored investigates the deadly 5-day internet shutdown during Uganda’s 2026 General Election. We expose undocumented killings by security forces and the timeline of violence hidden from the world. On January 13th, 2026, the Uganda Communications Commission (UCC) suspended internet access nationwide, just days before the presidential election. While the government claimed this was for “national security,” our investigation reveals a different reality: a strategic blackout used to cover up state-sponsored violence and the suppression of opposition voices. Watch #DeathInDarkness now.
DEATH IN DARKNESS: Uganda’s Election Killings and Internet Shutdown

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18 May 2026 · africauncensored.online
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