Yoweri Museveni
Yoweri Museveni has been the President of Uganda since 1986, having come to power after a protracted guerrilla war. His leadership is characterized by significant economic growth but also by allegations of authoritarianism, including suppressing dissent and manipulating electoral processes. Museveni's government has faced criticism for its human rights record, particularly regarding the treatment of opposition figures like Kizza Besigye, highlighting ongoing tensions in Ugandan politics.
Born on Aug 15, 1944 (82 years old)
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Kenya:
The remarks come amid renewed scrutiny of the arrangement following comments by Ugandan President Yoweri Museveni about Uganda’s previous procurement of petroleum products through intermediaries in Kenya.
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Kenya:
Museveni's government is being sued by lawyers in Uganda over deportation issues.
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Kenya:
Aladwa noted that opponents of the arrangement are riding on the recent comments by Uganda President Yoweri Museveni.
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Tanzania:
Ugandan President Yoweri Museveni broke ground on a $300 million project in Mpigi District.
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Kenya:
Ugandan President Yoweri Museveni retracted his remarks on Kenya's Government-to-Government fuel import deal.
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Kenya:
The chairperson commended the election and congratulated Museveni despite Bobi Wine's allegations of rigging.
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Nigeria:
Uganda’s President Yoweri Museveni urged unity during the burial ceremony of King Oyo.
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Kenya:
Wamboka called on President Yoweri Museveni to discourage Ugandans from being used in the poll.
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Tanzania:
President Yoweri Museveni was among the dignitaries waiting to receive the body of King Oyo Nyimba.
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South Africa:
Burundi's foreign minister petitioned EAC chair president Yoweri Museveni for a meeting of member states.
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