Sky News Africa Correspondent Yousra Elbagir Reports Intimidation and Detention by Military Police During 2025 Election Coverage

During the Ugandan general election period in January 2026, Sky News Africa correspondent Yousra Elbagir was reporting from Kampala amid heightened political unrest and a heavy deployment of military and police forces. The election period was marked by widespread tensions, street confrontations, and intermittent internet blackouts. In her reporting, Elbagir stated that she and members of the Sky News team were harassed and temporarily held by military police while covering areas where security forces were confronting opposition supporters. The interference occurred as the team attempted to document clashes between soldiers and civilians in public spaces. Link: https://x.com/i/status/2012291385769046124