KAMPALA, Uganda — President Yoweri Museveni has retained First Lady Janet Kataaha Museveni as Minister of Education and Sports in the newly announced 2026–2031 Cabinet, signalling continuity in one of government’s most closely watched portfolios.
Also maintaining their positions are Vice President Jessica Rose Epel Alupo, Prime Minister Robinah Nabbanja, and Minister of Justice and Constitutional Affairs Norbert Mao, underscoring a degree of stability at the top tier of government.
Among the most notable changes is a high-profile reshuffle involving Dr. Jane Ruth Aceng and Dr. Chris Baryomunsi. Dr Aceng, who has led the Health Ministry since 2016, has been appointed Minister of Information, Communications Technology and National Guidance, while Dr Baryomunsi moves to head the Ministry of Health.
The swap marks a significant transition for both leaders, particularly as Uganda continues to navigate public health challenges alongside expanding its digital and communications agenda.
In the security docket, Jim Muhwezi returns as Minister in charge of Security under the Office of the President, reinforcing his longstanding role within Uganda’s security architecture. Meanwhile, Henry Tumukunde has been appointed Minister of Gender, Labour and Social Development, marking his return to Cabinet.
At the level of ministers of state, Masaka City Woman MP Justine Nameere has been named Minister of State for Local Government, while Jacqueline Mbabazi—spouse of former Prime Minister Amama Mbabazi—has been appointed Minister of State for Gender, Labour and Social Development in charge of Elderly Affairs.
The appointments reflect a broader balancing act within the new Cabinet, combining continuity among senior leadership with strategic redeployments and the re-entry of experienced political figures into key government roles.
Below is the full list of the cabinet and senior presidential appointments pending parliamentary approval.
Vice President and Prime Minister
- Vice President: Maj. (Rtd) Jessica Rose Epel Alupo
- Prime Minister: Robinah Nabbanja
Cabinet Ministers
- 1st Deputy Prime Minister & EAC Affairs: Rebecca Kadaga
- 2nd Deputy Prime Minister: Crispus Kiyonga
- 3rd Deputy Prime Minister: Lukia Nakadama
- Education: Janet Museveni
- Presidency: Milly Babalanda
- Security: Jim Muhwezi
- Science & Innovation: Asiimwe Jonard
- Kampala Affairs: Minsa Kabanda
- OPM (General Duties): Hillary Onek
- Government Chief Whip: Justine Kasule Lumumba
- Disaster Preparedness: Sam Engola
- Karamoja Affairs: Lokii John Baptist
- Agriculture: Frank Tumwebaze
- Attorney General: Sam Mayanja
- Defence: Kiryowa Kiwanuka
- Energy: Monica Musenero
- Finance: Henry Musasizi
- Foreign Affairs: Adonia Ayebare
- Gender: Henry Tumukunde
- Health: Chris Baryomunsi
- ICT & National Guidance: Jane Ruth Aceng
- Internal Affairs: Ephraim Kamuntu
- Justice: Norbert Mao
- Lands: Judith Nabakooba
- Local Government: Balaam Barugahara
- Public Service: Katumba Wamala
- Tourism: Tom Butime
- Trade: Sanjay Tanna
- Water & Environment: Kahinda Otafiire
- Works & Transport: Byamukama Fred
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Ministers of State
Office of the President
- Alum Sandra Santa (Economic Monitoring)
- Akello Rose (Ethics & Integrity)
Office of the Vice President
- Diana Mutasingwa
Office of the Prime Minister
- Lillian Aber (Relief)
- Beatrice Akello (Northern Uganda)
- Anyakun Esther (Karamoja)
- Alice Kaboyo (Luwero/Rwenzori)
- Grace Mugasa (Bunyoro)
- Dr Ongalo-Obote (Teso)
Agriculture
- Desire Muhooza (Agriculture)
- Bright Rwamirama (Animal Industry)
- Robert Migadde (Fisheries)
Justice
- Jackson Kafuuzi (Deputy Attorney General)
Defence
- Akifeza Grace Ngabirano
- Huda Oleru
East African Affairs
- Magode Ikuya
Education
- John Chrysostom Muyingo
- Phyllis Chemutai
- Peter Ogwang
Energy
- Sidronius Okasai
- Phiona Nyamutoro
Finance
- Cissy Mulondo
- Amos Lugoloobi
- Amina Mukalazi
- Shartsi Kutesa Musherure
Foreign Affairs
- Calvin Echodu
- Kyeyune Haruna Kasolo
Gender
- Mary Kamuli
- Mercy Faith Lakisa
- Simon Mulongo
- Joyce Acan
- Jacqueline Mbabazi
Health
- Anifa Kawooya
- Dr Charles Ayume
ICT
- Joyce Ssebugwawo
- Yorke Odria
Internal Affairs
- Dr Lawrence Muganga
Kampala Affairs
- Kabuye Kyofatogabye
Lands
- Persis Namuganza
- Margaret Muhanga
- Harriet Ntabazi
Local Government
- Justine Nameere
Public Service
- Lydia Wanyoto
Tourism
- Susan Nsambu
Trade
- Tom Aza
- David Bahati
- Gen Wilson Mbadi
Water
- Beatrice Anywar
- Aisha Sekkindi
Works
- Siraji Musa Ali
- Julius Maganda Wandera
Senior Presidential Advisors
- Hamson Obua
- Ruth Nankabirwa
- Francis Mwebesa
- Evelyn Anite
Other Changes
- Dr Kenneth Omona transferred to diplomatic service as ambassador (station to be announced)
