Ugandan president Yoweri Museveni, who has ruled for nearly 40 years, is seeking re-election for a seventh term, despite once criticizing leaders who overstay their welcome. He has effectively consolidated power, making challenges to his rule nearly impossible.

• Museveni has been president since 1986, longer than most Ugandans have been alive.
• He is 81 years old and is running in an upcoming election.
• His 2026 campaign slogan is "Protecting the gains".