Kasolo Takes Helm at Foreign Affairs Ministry in Acting Capacity

President Yoweri Museveni has named State Minister Haruna Kyeyune Kasolo to temporarily lead the Ministry of Foreign Affairs. This appointment empowers Kasolo with full oversight of Uganda’s diplomatic functions until a permanent minister is assigned.

The directive, issued from State House Kampala on June 22, 2026, leverages the President’s constitutional authority under Article 99(1) of the Ugandan Constitution, which grants the Head of State the power to appoint and assign responsibilities to ministers.

The letter explicitly states Kasolo’s role as “acting Minister of Foreign Affairs in the absence of a substantive Minister of Foreign Affairs.” Kasolo, who recently assumed the role of Minister of State for Foreign Affairs focusing on regional matters, will now manage the ministry’s administrative and political affairs.

This move elevates Kasolo’s responsibilities, entrusting him with the stewardship of Uganda’s foreign policy apparatus. This includes managing diplomatic missions, engaging in bilateral and multilateral discussions, and overseeing international partnerships.

The Ministry of Foreign Affairs is crucial for Uganda’s international relations, covering its diplomatic presence abroad, regional integration initiatives, and participation in global forums like the African Union and the United Nations. It also plays a role in trade, labor export, and consular services.

Kasolo’s interim leadership comes at a time when Uganda is actively strengthening its regional diplomatic ties, focusing on trade, security, and infrastructure development with neighboring countries.

While the exact duration of the acting appointment is not specified, such arrangements are typically made during a substantive minister’s temporary unavailability. Kasolo is expected to manage the ministry’s daily operations and represent Uganda in key diplomatic engagements.

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