Kizza Besigye, a 70-year-old Ugandan opposition leader, has been admitted to an intensive care unit (ICU) after collapsing in court during his treason trial. His wife, Winnie Byanyima, said he is unconscious, unable to speak, and unresponsive even to a pain stimulus. Besigye has been in detention since November 2024 and faces treason charges, which he denies.
Ugandan opposition leader Kizza Besigye collapses in court
UKPulse News DeskVeteran politician, 70, has been in detention since November 2024 and faces treason charges, which he denies.
- Kizza Besigye, a 70-year-old Ugandan opposition leader, has been admitted to an intensive care unit (ICU) after collapsing in court.
- He has been in detention since November 2024 and faces treason charges, which he denies.
- Prosecutors allege that Besigye plotted to overthrow President Yoweri Museveni's government.
Why this matters: The case has raised concerns about the treatment of opposition politicians in Uganda and the use of treason charges against them.
What this means for you: This case highlights the risks faced by opposition politicians in countries with authoritarian governments.