The political climate in Uganda took a dramatic turn when veteran opposition leader Kizza Besigye, reported missing earlier this week, was traced to a military detention center in Kampala. The revelation came after mounting concerns from his family and supporters, who had raised the alarm over his unexplained disappearance. Besigye, a long-time critic of President Yoweri Museveniâs regime, was last seen attending a rally, sparking widespread speculation about his whereabouts.
Winnie Byanyima, Besigyeâs wife and a renowned diplomat, confirmed the unsettling discovery. âKizza has been found in a military facility in Kampala,â she disclosed, accusing authorities of orchestrating his detention in a bid to silence dissent. Her emotional appeal for his release has resonated across the nation, as civil society groups and international observers condemn what they describe as a blatant abuse of power.
The government has remained tight-lipped about Besigyeâs detention, further fueling tensions. However, sources suggest the move is part of a broader crackdown on opposition figures ahead of Ugandaâs forthcoming elections. Besigyeâs detention underscores the challenges faced by political opponents in a country where democratic freedoms are frequently contested.
As pressure mounts, Besigyeâs supporters are mobilizing for mass protests, demanding his immediate release. Byanyima has called on the international community to intervene, describing the situation as âa test of Ugandaâs commitment to justice and democracy.â Meanwhile, the public waits anxiously for clarity on Besigyeâs fate, as his detention threatens to reignite unrest in the politically charged nation.
By Kenyans