President Museveni Dismisses ICU Rumours, Declares He Is In Good Health
Ugandan President Yoweri Kaguta Museveni has put an emphatic end to weeks of intense public speculation about his health by making a spirited public appearance at a rally in Adjumani on Monday, October 20. The rally served as a powerful dismissal of rumours that had intensified f..
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Ugandan President Yoweri Kaguta Museveni has publicly dismissed rumors about his health by making a spirited appearance at a rally in Adjumani on Monday, October 20. This appearance aimed to quell speculation that intensified after his prolonged absence from public events, including missing the state burial of Kenyan former Prime Minister Raila Odinga.
- President Museveni demonstrated his vigor by walking from his car and speaking from a specially designed vehicle, signaling good health ahead of the January 2026 General Elections.
- The rumors peaked when he missed Raila Odinga's funeral, with Uganda sending a delegation led by former Prime Minister and Special Envoy Ruhakana Rugunda.
- This rally marks a critical phase in Museveni's campaign for a sixth full term, extending his nearly 40-year hold on power.
- His campaign focuses on economic progress, claiming Uganda's GDP doubled from USD 34 billion to USD 66 billion in the last five years, with a pledge to reach USD 500 billion next term.
- He is expected to face renewed pressure from rival musician-turned-politician Robert Kyagulanyi, also known as Bobi Wine, in the upcoming polls.
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Events Follow Death of Raila Odinga, Including Shooting at Kasarani and Vandalism at Burial Site - October 2025
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