Ruhakana Rugunda Rules Himself Out Of 2026 Presidential Race
August 31, 2021
Dr. Ruhakana Rugunda with president Museveni
Former Prime Minister, Dr. Ruhakana Rugunda has distanced himself from rumours that he plans to run for residency in 2026 general elections.
Through his Tweeter handle, Rugunda revealed that he has no intentions to contest for the country’s top seat and dismissed a social media posts spreading false news.
I have read social media postings and suggestions that I should run for President in 2026. I would like to make it known that I have no such intentions or plans.
Dr. Ruhakana Rugunda.
Rugunda was appointed Prime Minister in 2014, succeeded Hon. Amama Mbabazi.
He is one of the longest serving ministers in the Ugandan government. He has held a number of ministerial positions since President Museveni ascended to power in 1986. He is among the group that helped the National Resistance Army (NRA) wage a successful five year guerrilla war.
Fondly referred to as “Ndugu” (friend in Swahili), Rugunda is said to have remained approachable and humble despite his various important government positions.
In June this year, President Museveni benched Rugunda, 74, and appointed Hon. Robinah Nabbanja as the new PM. He joined several contemporaries like outgoing Vice President Edward Kiwanuka Ssekandi (79) , Philemon Mateke (78), Sam Kutesa (72) and Gen Elly Tumwine (67) who were relived of ministerial responsibilities.
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