Amnesty International says internet blackout 'especially alarming' as election campaign 'marred by massive repression'.

The communications authority says the suspension is aimed at preventing misinformation and violence.

The government promised that the internet would remain accessible on Thursday for the presidential and legislative elections. Uganda had already cut off internet access during the…

The blackout comes as President Yoweri Museveni, criticised for cracking down on opponents, vies for his seventh term.

Amnesty International says internet blackout 'especially alarming' as election campaign 'marred by massive repression'.

Communications authorities have blocked Internet service throughout the country ahead of its elections to prevent "weaponization of the Internet."

UN Human Rights Office has stressed 'open access to communication & information is key to free & genuine elections'.