Ugandan President Yoweri Museveni has once again sparked debate across East Africa after reappointing his wife, Janet Museveni, as Minister of Education and Sports in a newly unveiled Cabinet made up of 83 officials. The announcement comes as Museveni prepares for another politically charged term ahead of the 2026 elections.
The reshuffle saw several senior leaders retain their positions, including Vice President Jessica Alupo and Prime Minister Robinah Nabbanja. At the same time, a number of experienced ministers were dropped, signaling a major reorganization within the Ugandan government.
One of the biggest talking points online has been the continued influence of the Museveni family in Uganda’s leadership. Janet Museveni has served in different government positions for years and remains one of the most powerful figures in the country’s political structure. Supporters argue that her experience in public service justifies her appointment, while critics say the move strengthens claims that power in Uganda remains concentrated within a small circle close to the president.
The Cabinet also includes several notable names returning to government, while others were shifted to different ministries. Former Health Minister Jane Ruth Aceng was moved to the ICT ministry, while Chris Baryomunsi was reassigned to the Health docket.
Across social media, the development has generated mixed reactions, with many Ugandans questioning the size of the Cabinet at a time when East African countries are facing economic pressure and growing public demands for accountability in government spending.
The story has continued to dominate discussions online after details of the appointments were shared in a widely circulated Facebook post that attracted strong reactions from both supporters and critics of Museveni’s administration.