Museveni Sworn In for Historic Seventh Term Amid Security Measures

Uganda’s President Yoweri Museveni has been inaugurated for a record seventh consecutive term after January’s disputed election, extending his rule since 1986. Heavy security, including armoured tanks, was deployed across Kampala as supporters gathered at Kololo Independence Grounds. In his address, the 81-year-old leader called for “no more sleep for all Ugandans” and urged focus on wealth creation, job growth and planned oil revenues to boost the economy. Official results gave Museveni over 70% of the vote, though opposition figure Bobi Wine rejected the outcome as marred by ballot-stuffing and sought refuge abroad. Regional heads of state attended the ceremony, and analysts believe this may be Museveni’s final term, with his military chief son, Gen. Muhoozi Kainerugaba, tipped as a possible successor.

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