Uganda's 80-year-old president in bid to extend 40-year rule
Published: 7/6/2025

Uganda's President Yoweri Museveni, at 80 years old, gears up to extend his 40-year rule after being endorsed as the ruling party's presidential candidate for the upcoming election. Despite facing criticism for his long-standing leadership, Museveni aims to elevate Uganda to a "high middle income country." Meanwhile, opposition leader Bobi Wine, a former pop star, is expected to challenge Museveni in the upcoming election, amidst concerns over government repression and accusations of election misconduct.