Archive · 30 Jan 2026
Uganda's Defence Chief Reverses US Ties Cut
The head of Uganda's military, Muhoozi Kainerugaba, first said Uganda would stop working with the US because he thought the US was helping a missing opposition leader named Bobi Wine.
But later, he said he was wrong and apologized to the US.
He said he talked to the US ambassador and everything was okay.
Kainerugaba is the son of Uganda's president and is known for making strong statements on social media.
The US ambassador said their relationship with Uganda is strong and good for both countries.
Uganda's defence chief, Muhoozi Kainerugaba, initially cut ties with the US over accusations involving opposition leader Bobi Wine.
Kainerugaba later apologized and reversed the decision, stating he was misinformed.
He thanked Ambassador Adonia Ayebare for resolving the issue and confirmed the US is a 'great friend' of Uganda.
Kainerugaba had accused the US of helping hide Bobi Wine, who has been missing since recent elections.
The initial post was deleted, and Kainerugaba confirmed that all is well with the US ambassador.
- Who
- Muhoozi Kainerugaba, Uganda's defence chief and son of President Yoweri Museveni
- What
- Kainerugaba initially cut ties with the US over accusations involving opposition leader Bobi Wine, then apologized and reversed the decision
- When
- The events occurred on Friday
- Where
- Uganda, with mentions of the US Embassy in Kampala and Somalia
- Why
- Kainerugaba accused the US of helping hide Bobi Wine, but later apologized, stating he was misinformed
- Defence Chief
- Muhoozi Kainerugaba
- US Ambassador to Uganda
- Adonia Ayebare
- Opposition Leader
- Bobi Wine
- Uganda's President
- Yoweri Museveni
- Uganda's Military
- Uganda People's Defence Force (UPDF)
- US Embassy Location
- Kampala, Uganda
- Uganda's Role in Somalia
- Main contingent of forces against Islamist insurgents