According to The Observer, Gen. Muhoozi Kainerugaba, son of President Museveni, is now influential in Kampala's political landscape. The report highlights recent political shifts, including the removal of Speaker Anita Annet Among and the retention of her deputy, Thomas Tayebwa, suggesting a significant change in power dynamics. The article raises questions about Muhoozi's political future and influence before potentially assuming the presidency.

The arrest of Kampala Lord Mayor Erias Lukwago has sparked a national debate on power and accountability in Uganda, highlighting concerns over public intimidation. Following Lukwago's detention, Chief of Defence Forces Gen. Muhoozi Kainerugaba addressed the situation on social media, reflecting the growing fear among Ugandans regarding potential arrests, according to The Observer.

Uganda's Chief of Defence Forces, Gen. Muhoozi Kainerugaba, has publicly thanked prominent businessmen Godfrey Kirumira and Dr. Sudhir Ruparelia for their longstanding support after they formally endorsed his 2031 presidential ambitions. According to Watchdog Uganda, Muhoozi expressed his gratitude in a statement posted on X on the morning of 9 September 2026, referring to the two tycoons as his "big brothers." The endorsement marks a high-profile backing from Uganda's business community for the general's political aspirations.

Gen. Muhoozi Kainerugaba, the Chief of Defence Forces and Senior Presidential Advisor for Special Operations, held discussions with the owner of Nation Media Group following the military's closure of Daily Monitor and NTV Uganda. The meeting appears to address concerns regarding media operations in the country.

Uganda's Deputy Speaker of Parliament, Thomas Tayebwa, has publicly endorsed Gen. Muhoozi Kainerugaba to succeed President Yoweri Museveni in the 2031 general elections, according to The Independent Uganda. Tayebwa made the remarks on Monday during the launch of a digital website in Kampala. The endorsement, from one of the country's top legislative figures, is seen as a significant boost to Muhoozi's anticipated presidential bid.

Uganda's Chief of Defence Forces, Gen. Muhoozi Kainerugaba, has warned against the formation of a political party linked to Speaker Anita Among, according to Watchdog Uganda. In a post on X, Muhoozi declared there would be "absolutely no party" and threatened to arrest anyone involved. The outlet reports the warning targeted Masaka City Woman MP and State Minister Justine Nameere and caused alarm among Uganda's political elite.