Trending Now - Ugandan Opposition Leader Bobi Wine Leaves Country After Hiding

WHO:

Bobi Wine, Ugandan opposition leader, age 44

Uganda's military chief

WHAT:

Bobi Wine left Uganda after two months in hiding

Authorities allegedly raided the homes of Wine's supporters looking for him

Military chief stated that Bobi Wine is wanted "dead or alive"

Some ministers denied that he is being sought

WHERE:

Uganda, specifically the capital city, Kampala

WHEN:

Bobi Wine has been in hiding for two months as of March 2026

Recent raids occurred as recently as March 11th, 2026 (Thursday)

Wine's house in Kampala has been surrounded by the military since election day, which occurred in January 2026

WHY:

Bobi Wine alleges that the authorities are targeting him due to his political opposition

HOW:

Authorities set up roadblocks around the country to search for Bobi Wine

(UPDATED March 15, 2026 17:05 UTC)

In a dramatic turn of events, Ugandan opposition leader Bobi Wine has left the country after spending two months in hiding, during which authorities raided the homes of his supporters in search of him. The military chief has stated that Wine is wanted "dead or alive," although some ministers have denied that he is being actively sought. Since election day in January, Wine's house in Kampala has been surrounded by military forces, and roadblocks have been set up across the country to aid in the search for him.