Muhoozi Kainerugaba Backs Father for Presidency

Muhoozi Kainerugaba, the son of Ugandan President Yoweri Museveni, has announced he will not run in the 2026 presidential election and will instead support his father, who is expected to seek a seventh term. Kainerugaba, the head of the Ugandan defense forces, stated on social media that he is focusing on his military duties and fully endorses Museveni's candidacy. Despite Museveni not officially declaring his intention to run, Kainerugaba's endorsement is seen as a confirmation of his father's political ambitions. Many view Kainerugaba as his father's successor, although he has previously expressed the need for new leadership in Uganda. Museveni, who has ruled since 1986, is often criticized for his authoritarian governance and the repression of dissent, allegations he denies. The political climate remains tense, especially with opposition figures like Bobi Wine challenging the legitimacy of Museveni's past electoral victories.