Veteran Ugandan opposition politician collapses in court and is in ICU, his wife says
One of Uganda's veteran opposition leaders collapsed during a court hearing and was taken to intensive care, his wife said. The 70-year-old politician has been in detention since November 2024 and faces treason charges, which he denies. The incident has renewed concern in opposition circles over the handling of his case.
One of Uganda's veteran opposition politicians suddenly collapsed during a court hearing and was immediately taken to intensive care, his wife confirmed in a statement to the press.
The 70-year-old politician has been in detention since November 2024 and faces treason charges, which he firmly denies. His wife argued that his health has deteriorated because of the conditions of his detention and called for urgent medical care.
Opposition circles said the incident has renewed concern over the long-running legal proceedings against him. Authorities said his health condition is being closely monitored and that necessary medical support is being provided.
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