Museveni vows crackdown as corruption persists in Uganda’s public service

Africa, Politics

KAMPALA, Uganda — 13 April 2026 (NPA) — Ugandan President Yoweri Museveni has declared that his administration will not tolerate corruption, pledging decisive action against officials found guilty of graft.

Speaking after an evening session at a leadership retreat in Kyankwanzi, Museveni criticised leaders and members of parliament, urging them to reject bribery and uphold integrity in public service.

The president also acknowledged the contributions of government partners, including Rt. Hon. Hassan Omar of Kenya’s United Democratic Alliance, who stressed the importance of overcoming fragmented markets and policies to advance Africa’s prosperity.

“Retreats like these are important for renewing commitment to our mission of national transformation. I congratulate the MPs on the successful retreat,” Museveni said.

Despite repeated pledges, corruption continues to undermine Uganda’s governance and service delivery. In April 2026, the Inspectorate of Government announced the recovery of 335 million shillings from 62 public officials who had misappropriated funds, part of a wider crackdown on irregular use of government resources. The IGG also ordered officials in Jinja City to refund 33 million shillings after investigations revealed breaches of accountability. These recoveries highlight both the persistence of graft and the government’s intensified enforcement efforts to safeguard public resources and restore trust in state institutions.