Uganda Prime Minister Assures Citizens of Peaceful Election

Ugandan Prime Minister Ruhakana Rugunda has assured Ugandans that Thursday’s presidential and parliamentary elections will be peaceful. He urged all registered Ugandans to turn out in droves. The prime minister’s appeal comes as fears mount that Thursday’s vote could turn violent. But Rugunda said there is no cause to alarm. “I personally encourage and the government encourages all the registered voters to turn out in big numbers to ensure that they vote for party and candidates of their choice and for parties of their own choice,” he said. The reassurances...