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On Tuesday, May 26, 2026, Uganda’s President Yoweri Museveni unveiled a new government lineup, dropping several long‑serving ministers and introducing fresh faces.

Matia Kasaija (Finance & Planning) replaced by Henry Musasizi.

Gen. (Rtd) Jeje Odongo (Foreign Affairs) replaced by Amb. Dr. Adonia Ayebare, former envoy to Rwanda.

Betty Amongi (Gender, Labour & Social Development) replaced by Lt. Gen. Henry Tumukunde Kakurugu.

Gen. (Rtd) Moses Ali (Second Deputy Prime Minister) replaced by Dr. Crispus Walter Kiyonga.

In total, 29 ministers were not reappointed.

New Cabinet

Vice President: Jessica Rose Epel Alupo

Prime Minister: Robinah Nabbanja

First Deputy PM / EAC Affairs: Rebecca Kadaga

Second Deputy PM: Crispus Walter Kiyonga

Third Deputy PM: Lukia Nakadama

Education & Sports: Janet Kataaha Museveni

Foreign Affairs: Amb. Adonia Ayebare

Finance & Economic Development: Henry Musasizi

Gender, Labour & Social Development: Lt. Gen. Henry Tumukunde Kakurugu

Defense & Veterans: Kiryowa Kiwanuka

Justice & Constitutional Affairs: Nobert Mao

Tourism & Heritage: Tom Butime

Public Service: Gen. Katumba Wamala