Ugandan opposition figure Besigye collapses in the dock during treason trial
Summary
Ugandan opposition leader Kizza Besigye collapsed in court during his treason trial and has been detained without bail for months. He faces charges of plotting to overthrow President Yoweri Museveni's government, with court proceedings paused after the incident.Key Facts
- Kizza Besigye is a 69-year-old opposition leader and four-time presidential candidate in Uganda.
- Besigye collapsed in court during his treason trial and shouted “stop” before falling.
- He has been held without bail for several months in a maximum-security prison.
- Besigye’s lawyer, Erias Lukwago, was also arrested on related charges.
- Prosecutors say they have evidence Besigye planned to overthrow President Museveni.
- His wife, Winnie Byanyima, says Besigye’s health is failing and calls for him to see a doctor of his choice.
- Besigye was once a close ally and personal doctor to Museveni before becoming an opponent.
- President Museveni is serving his seventh term after controversial elections, and his main challenger Bobi Wine is now in exile.
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