On November 8, 2026, President Yoweri Kaguta Museveni unveiled 13 nominees for key Permanent Secretary positions across government ministries and public institutions. The announcement covers strategic government offices responsible for public administration, national security, infrastructure, foreign affairs, agriculture, technology, and other critical sectors. The nominations were made in accordance with Article 174(2) of the 1995 Constitution, which empowers the President to appoint Permanent Secretaries.
Among those selected is Emmanuel Freddie Mugunga, who has been nominated to serve in the Office of the Prime Minister. Maureen Kasande has been designated for the Inspectorate of Government, while Sheeba Kyobutungi Rujoki has been nominated to serve in the Office of the President, specifically in charge of Science, Technology, and Innovation. Mr. Kenneth Akiri has been nominated to serve at the Ministry of Water and Environment, replacing Alfred Okidi Okoth.
Barbara Namugambe has been selected for the Ministry of Agriculture, Animal Industry, and Fisheries. The reshuffle is expected to bring significant changes in the administration of several ministries and public institutions. This move has raised concerns among Ministers and RDCs about who will be next, especially as further changes are expected before the end of this year.
According to reports, six Ministers are expected to be dropped. Two of them are from the Western Region and will be replaced by two people from Northern Uganda. Another two from the Buganda Region will be replaced by two from the Eastern Region, while two from the Eastern Region will be dropped and replaced by two from West Nile.
The new appointments are also expected to bring in a large number of new entrants, especially young people aligned with the Patriotic League of Uganda. The old guards should start considering how to clear their bank loans, in case they have any, so that banks do not end up selling off their properties.
President Museveni's nominations aim to bring fresh perspectives and expertise to key government positions. The appointments will likely have a significant impact on the country's governance and administration. The President's move is seen as a strategic effort to revamp the government's leadership.
The Ankole Times understands that the changes are part of a broader effort to reorganize the government's leadership and improve its performance. The developments will be closely watched by stakeholders and the general public.
Key points
- President Museveni has announced 13 new Permanent Secretaries across government ministries and public institutions.
- Six Ministers are expected to be dropped and replaced.
- The reshuffle aims to bring in fresh perspectives and expertise to key government positions.
