07/11/2025
Uganda Police Force update on arrests done today
Today November 7, 2025, several arrests have been made in Mbarara district targeting individuals with criminal records, including assaulting officers, destroying government property, and those that obstructed officers on duty were also arrested.
The police remain steadfast in their commitment to safeguarding all candidates, but will not tolerate criminality or disorder. Candidates are cautioned against engaging in violence, and any individual choosing this path will be held personally accountable. All political actors are urged to conduct themselves civilly, respect legal frameworks, and maintain peace throughout the campaign period and follow campaign
guidelines as issued by all regulatory stakeholders.
It should be emphasized that not all campaign participants engage in such conduct. Many behave respectfully and lawfully. Police action is directed at those who, by choice, repeatedly confront officers and incite violence.
Today November 7, 2025, several arrests have been made in Mbarara district targeting individuals with criminal records, including assaulting officers, destroying government property, and those that obstructed officers on duty were also arrested.
The police remain steadfast in their commitment to safeguarding all candidates, but will not tolerate criminality or disorder. Candidates are cautioned against engaging in violence, and any individual choosing this path will be held personally accountable. All political actors are urged to conduct themselves civilly, respect legal frameworks, and maintain peace throughout the campaign period and follow campaign guidelines as issued by all regulatory stakeholders.
