national 20 October 2026 Daily Monitor (Uganda)
Museveni and Muhoozi Pledge Tough Stance on Violent Crime
President Yoweri Museveni and Chief of Defence Forces General Muhoozi Kainerugaba have declared a firm commitment to eradicating violent criminal activity across the nation. The leaders emphasized that these criminal acts undermine the country's economic development and will not be tolerated. Source: https://www.monitor.co.ug/uganda/news/national/museveni-muhoozi-vow-to-crackdown-on-violent-crime-5639776
President Yoweri Museveni and the Chief of Defence Forces (CDF), General Muhoozi Kainerugaba, have jointly announced a strong crackdown on the recent surge in violent crimes plaguing Uganda. The leaders expressed grave concern over incidents where citizens are being killed and robbed of their property, labeling these actions as detrimental to the nation’s progress.
President Museveni specifically highlighted how these criminal activities are actively sabotaging the government’s wealth creation initiatives. He asserted that such lawlessness cannot and will not be permitted to continue, signaling a determined effort to restore order and security.
General Muhoozi Kainerugaba, who also attended the event, is expected to play a key role in the implementation of these new security measures. The renewed focus on combating violent crime comes at a time when public safety has become a significant concern.
The government aims to reassure citizens and reinforce the safety of their property and lives. The commitment from the highest levels of leadership indicates a serious intent to address the root causes and perpetrators of violent crime.
The authorities are reportedly devising strategies to apprehend those responsible and prevent future occurrences, with an emphasis on swift and decisive action against offenders. This unified front from the President and CDF signals a significant push to curb criminal elements and safeguard national stability.