Kampala -19-Jan A 17-year-old student has reportedly been shot dead during protests that erupted following the declaration of President Yoweri Museveni’s electoral victory. According to reports circulating on social media, the incident occurred amid demonstrations by members of the public who had taken to the streets to express dissatisfaction with the election results. Witnesses allege that security forces fired live bullets while attempting to disperse the protesters, during which the student was fatally shot. The identity of the victim has not yet been officially released by authorities. The tragic death has sparked widespread outrage online, with many Ugandans condemning the use of lethal

force against civilians, particularly minors. Human rights activists and opposition supporters are calling for an independent investigation into the incident and accountability for those responsible. As of the time of publication, security agencies had not issued an official statement confirming the circumstances surrounding the shooting. Tensions remain high in several areas, with calls for calm from government officials as investigations are awaited. The incident adds to growing concerns by rights groups over the handling of post-election protests and the safety of civilians during periods of political unrest.