Ugandan lawyer, accountant and Parliament Speaker since 2022
Parliament has passed the Protection of Sovereignty Bill after amendments, with Museveni approving the measure. The law tightens controls on foreign-funded actors, introduces penalties, and aims to shield policy autonomy. Critics warn it risks suppressing civil society, media, and dissent while supporters say it defends national sovereignty.
Uganda has sworn in President Yoweri Museveni for a seventh term after winning the January vote with about 72%. The ceremony at Kololo Independence Grounds signals continuity in leadership, but observers say the election was marred by tensions, internet blackouts, and crackdowns on opposition. Analysts expect ongoing influence over Uganda’s political future and potential questions about succession.