Uhuru in Uganda for Museveni swearing-in

Former President Uhuru Kenyatta arrives in Kampala, Uganda received by ambassadors Katureebe Tayebwa alongside Kipkosgei Toroitich on May 11 / HANDOUT

Former President Uhuru Kenyatta has arrived in Kampala, Uganda, where he is set to join regional leaders, government officials and dignitaries for the Presidential Inauguration Ceremony of President Yoweri Museveni scheduled for Monday, May 12.

In a statement shared on his official X account, Uhuru confirmed his arrival in the Ugandan capital, noting that he was received upon landing by senior diplomatic officials.

“HE President (Rtd) Uhuru Kenyatta, the 4th President of the Republic of Kenya, has arrived in Kampala to join fellow leaders, government officials, and dignitaries for the Presidential Inauguration Ceremony of H.E. President Yoweri Kaguta Museveni,” the statement read.

President Museveni was re-elected during Uganda’s General Elections held on January 15, extending his long tenure in office that began in 1986. The inauguration ceremony will formally mark the start of his new term, with Uganda hosting a number of African leaders for the high-level event.

Upon arrival in Kampala, Uhuru Kenyatta was received by Amb Katureebe Tayebwa alongside Amb Kipkosgei Toroitich, in line with diplomatic protocol for visiting former heads of state.

The ceremony is expected to bring together heads of state, senior government officials and international guests, reflecting Uganda’s continued engagement in regional diplomacy and cooperation.

Museveni’s leadership has seen him retain office through successive electoral cycles, including multiple re-elections under Uganda’s multi-party system. His most recent victory reaffirmed his position as one of Africa’s longest-serving leaders.

Ahead of the inauguration, preparations in Kampala have been underway to host delegations from across the region, with security and protocol arrangements made for visiting dignitaries.

The event is expected to highlight Uganda’s political continuity as well as ongoing regional partnerships within East Africa and the wider continent.

Uhuru’s attendance underscores continued diplomatic ties between Kenya and Uganda, with both countries maintaining strong cooperation on trade, infrastructure and regional stability within the East African Community framework.