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Museveni clan makes show of family unity ahead of 2026 poll

Fifteen months from the elections, the president's eldest son Muhoozi Kainerugaba is making less noise about succeeding his father. But he hasn't stopped trying to extend the army's influence, with his father's help. [...]

Published on 31/10/2024 at 05:40 GMT Reading time 3 minutes

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Guns and oil drive Russia's Dakar courtship

Uganda
Museveni clan makes show of family unity ahead of 2026 poll

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Uganda
Bobi Wine's party seeks North American support

Uganda
Museveni tightens grip on parliament and Buganda monarchy

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Split in Bobi Wine's party blurs lines between government and opposition

Uganda
Museveni's son forms new group to boost 2026 election chances

Uganda
Museveni strives to win over northern voters

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Museveni's election machine starts up gradually ahead of 2026 poll

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Museveni tries to connect with Uganda's youth via Kaguta Foundation