Uganda shuts down internet ahead of election • FRANCE 24 English

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Published Jan 14, 2026

In tonight's edition: A week after Ugandan authorities denied plans to shut down internet access during this week's presidential election, public online access is blocked for millions of voters. Also, Ghana gains over 500 new citizens as the latest eager cohort of diasporic visitors celebrate their heritage in a naturalisation ceremony in Accra. And in Senegal, fans of the Lions of Teranga are gearing up for Wednesday's AFCON semi-final against Egypt, not least when it comes to selling merchandise.
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