Uganda blocks Facebook, Twitter and WhatsApp as president sworn in for 5th term
 

Uganda blocks Facebook, Twitter and WhatsApp as president sworn in for 5th term
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It seems the Ugandan government doesn't want people talking about its election or its once and future president — certainly **t online.

The nation's government blocked access to Facebook, Twitter and WhatsApp for the second time in three months on Wednesday and Thursday, as President*Yoweri Museveni was sworn in for his 5th consecutive term.

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Museveni, who first became president in 1986, won reelection in February with around 60% of the vote, well ahead of the 35% won by his nearest challenger.

But many believe the election was rigged for Museveni from the start.* Read more...


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