Overview

• Yoweri Museveni, Uganda's president since 1986, appoints his son, Muhoozi Kainerugaba, as the chief of defense forces, replacing General Wilson Mbusa Mbadi.
• The move is seen as positioning Muhoozi for the presidency, amid his controversial social media activity and political ambitions.
• Muhoozi's appointment follows his formation of the Patriotic League of Uganda, interpreted as a step towards sidestepping constitutional restrictions on military involvement in politics.
• Critics and analysts express concerns over the implications for Uganda's democracy and the potential for increased military involvement in politics.
• The appointment comes as Museveni, at age 81, signals intentions to run for another term, with the next presidential election slated for 2026.