Fellow Ugandans and friends of Uganda!
Two months ago, Museveni yet again usurped the will of the people of Uganda and declared himself president on gunpoint. A day later, gripped by shame and fear, the military invaded my home to harm me, but I was able to evade them and go into hiding.
Over the past two months, the regime has looked for me everywhere. They have raided the homes of many colleagues and fellow leaders, mounted roadblocks and spot checks of vehicles and motorcycles, arrested and dismissed the police officers assigned to my campaign, raided our home in the village, and kept my home under siege. Well, they couldn't find me because the people of Uganda sheltered me and protected me.
Today, I am announcing my brief exit from the country to handle important work. Over the next few weeks, I will engage with our friends and allies all over the world before returning to Uganda to continue the push for freedom and democracy! For now, let's remain focused and united.
#FreeUgandaNow
40 days ago, Museveni yet again usurped the will of the people of Uganda and declared himself winner of a sham election on gunpoint. The military continues to surround and occupy my home. Museveni’s criminal son continues to issue threats against me and other Ugandans opposed to his father's illegitimate rule. Yesterday, they did the unthinkable and blocked prayers at Lubaga Cathedral. Amidst all this, I am sending this message to all of us to continue being resilient and exercise the highest level of faith that our country will be free. I thank every Ugandan who has protected me from the evil criminals over the past 40 days.
#FreeUgandaNow
@HEBobiwine will address the 2026 Geneva Summit via video on 18th February 2026.
Time: Morning to Evening (Geneva Time)
We encourage everyone to register and follow the address through the official summit platform.
Registration Link:
https://t.co/1pdc5cHDbS
🇪🇺 EU Parliament votes 514–3–56 on Uganda resolution. Action must follow.
🟢 End military trials of civilians
🟢 Unconditional release of political prisoners
🟢 Independent investigations into killings & disappearances
🟢 Impose targeted sanctions on commanders responsible
🟢 Restore media freedom & internet access
🟢 Accountability — not just statements — for crimes since 2021
Words are exhausted. Consequences are overdue.
Happy Birthday Mr. President @HEBobiwine.
At 44, you stand firm for freedom even when safety is not guaranteed. Your courage inspires millions who dream of a just and democratic Uganda. We pray for your protection, strength, and wisdom. One day we shall get there.
#BobiWineAt44
From my lonely hideout, I've spent the day reading the many beautiful birthday messages. Thank you, friends, for the outpouring of love and encouragement. I’m really humbled🙏🏾❤️
I’m grateful to God for the gift of life, for the friends and family that He has surrounded me with, and for the many second chances I have had in life.
For whatever we have accomplished, that was the almighty God working through us. The glory goes to Him. For the mistakes and missteps along the way, that's mine. I take responsibility while struggling to improve.
Cheers to a new age and a new page.
May the rest of our days be the best of our days.
A General issues threats, while his father violently governs as if Uganda is a family estate. Like @HEBobiwine, we are acting in solidarity with the people of Uganda, not those who subvert its constitution. Accountability is possible.
“Change will not come if we wait for some other person or some other time. We are the ones we’ve been waiting for. We are the change that we seek.” ~ @BarackObama
Uganda’s longstanding pattern of abuse against opposition has risen to alarming levels.
Since presidential elections took place on January 15, Ugandan authorities have intensified attacks on the country’s main opposition party. https://t.co/qZ0CWD5zbM
Here is a picture of my wife shared by Museveni’s son and head of our nation's military, Muhoozi Kainerugaba.
When soldiers on his orders raided our home, they made her to sit down, put her on gunpoint to reveal her phone passwords and my whereabouts, assaulted her, and eventually tore her nightdress shirt while filming. It was only after her blood pressure rose, and she became unconscious that these thugs left her, before she was rushed to hospital.
Like she narrated, these criminals were filming everything and definitely sending them to their deranged boss!
Barbie is strong and appreciates all of you who have reached out with messages of strength and solidarity, as she tries to recover from the trauma.
Indeed, when she swore for better for worse, she never imagined these thugs placing their filthy hands on her. But it happened, and she took it with grace. She courageously confronted the criminals and refused to surrender despite the violence.
Meanwhile, our home remains occupied by the military as they try to hunt me down.
No one is allowed to access my home, not even family members trying to deliver basic needs like food.
In all this, we remain encouraged by our undying faith that UGANDA WILL BE FREE. Museveni and his son will one day pay for all the crimes committed against the people of Uganda.
#FreeUgandaNow