Uganda’s leadership under President Yoweri Museveni has often been criticized for fostering a political system that appears to concentrate power within his family. Museveni has been in power since 1986, making him one of the longest-serving leaders in Africa. Over time, several members of his family have taken up influential positions within the government:

First Lady Janet Museveni has held multiple government roles, including the Minister of Education and Sports.

Museveni’s son, General Muhoozi Kainerugaba, has held senior military positions and was promoted to a high-ranking post within Uganda’s armed forces. He has also been considered a potential successor to his father, though he has not officially been named as the Minister of Defence.

Critics argue that this concentration of power within the Museveni family undermines democratic processes and promotes a form of dynastic rule. However, Museveni and his supporters contend that the appointments are based on merit rather than nepotism. This perception of Uganda being run like a family enterprise has sparked debates on leadership succession and governance in the country.