The Ugandan military and police have intensified security across major streets in the capital, Kampala, with the deployment of both motorised and foot patrols ahead of the general elections scheduled for January 15.
Inspector General of Police, Abas Byakagaba, disclosed this on Monday while briefing election observers, stating that the security deployment is aimed at ensuring peace and stability before, during and after the polls.
Byakagaba said the security is prioritising hotspot areas identified in the pre-election assessment.
“We shall continue to conduct joint patrols where intelligence indicates potential escalation.
“We shall also strategically position our public order management units in case there are situations which require our intervention to keep law and order.”
The January 15 elections will feature both presidential and parliamentary contests, with eight candidates, including incumbent President Yoweri Museveni, competing for the presidency.
