President Yoweri Museveni on Tuesday, 11 August 2026, presided over the swearing-in of three ministers at State House Entebbe. The new officials are Ambassador Adonia Ayebare as Minister of Foreign Affairs, Shartsi Kutesa Musherure as Minister of State for Finance, Planning and Economic Development in charge of Micro-Finance, and Juma Witonze Kisekka as Minister of State for Internal Affairs. In his remarks, Museveni congratulated the trio and directed them to prioritise the elimination of corruption and inefficiency through stronger supervision and accountability. He also addressed dual citizenship, stating that while the provision was introduced to address Uganda’s difficult history, individuals must be clear about where their loyalty lies. The President reiterated that the East African Federation remains the long-term solution to questions of identity and regional integration. Ambassador Ayebare, a seasoned diplomat and former Permanent Representative to the United Nations, replaces Gen Jeje Odongo at Foreign Affairs. His appointment signals a preference for professional diplomatic experience. Shartsi Kutesa Musherure, a lawyer and former Mawogola North MP, takes charge of the Micro-Finance docket that oversees programmes such as the Parish Development Model and Emyooga. Juma Witonze fills the Internal Affairs State Minister position after Parliament’s Appointments Committee rejected an earlier nominee over citizenship concerns. These appointments form part of the broader 2026–2031 Cabinet. Several nominees faced scrutiny over dual citizenship during parliamentary vetting, reflecting ongoing sensitivity around loyalty and constitutional eligibility for high office. The anti-corruption emphasis aligns with repeated presidential messaging since the start of the new term. Public expectations now centre on whether the new ministers will deliver clearer accountability and tangible results in their respective dockets.