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The Independent UK
The Independent UK
National
Rodney Muhumuza

Uganda's long-time president says he's taking 'forced leave' after testing positive for COVID-19

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Uganda's longtime president says he is taking “forced leave” after testing positive for COVID-19.

Yoweri Museveni, who has ruled Uganda since 1986, said on Twitter that he was experiencing “mild symptoms” as he goes into isolation.

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