Posted 3/22/2024, 2:34:03 PM
Museveni Promotes Son to Top Military Post Amid Concerns Over Emerging Family Dynasty
- President Museveni promoted his son, Gen Muhoozi Kainerugaba, to head Uganda's military in a major cabinet reshuffle
- The 49-year-old is a controversial figure who has made politically explosive tweets and breached military protocol
- He was previously sacked as army commander for threatening to invade Kenya, but was reinstated and promoted
- His appointment has sparked concern and criticism from the opposition about the Museveni family establishing a dynasty
- Gen Kainerugaba aims to run for president in 2026, and his rise to power is locally dubbed the "Muhoozi Project"