By National Unity Platform (NUP) president Robert Kyagulanyi, also known as Bobi Wine, has called on the European Union and its member states to raise their voices against rising human rights violations in Uganda, particularly under what he described as a climate of increasing brutality led by Gen. Muhoozi Kainerugaba.
Speaking after a high-level diplomatic meeting with EU ambassadors in Kampala, Kyagulanyi expressed concern over what he called the “hobnobbing” of foreign diplomats with Museveni’s son, whom he accused of overseeing abductions, torture, and repression of opposition voices.
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“We raised concerns about the growing perception among Ugandans that some diplomats are cozying up with those responsible for their oppression. This includes General Museveni’s son,” Kyagulanyi said. “To many, this looks like endorsement of repression.”
Kyagulanyi used the occasion to draw attention to the deteriorating health and detention conditions of his chief bodyguard Edward Ssebuufu, known as Eddie Mutwe, urging the diplomats to speak out.
“I highlighted the plight of Eddie Mutwe, who is wasting away in prison. If development partners can speak up, it could help save his life and ensure he gets urgent, specialized medical care,” he added.
EU Ambassador to Uganda Jan Sadek, who led the delegation of EU envoys, reaffirmed the bloc’s commitment to democratic values and electoral fairness. He emphasized that the meeting with NUP was part of a broader diplomatic engagement with all political parties ahead of Uganda’s 2026 general elections.
“We have already met with NRM and now NUP. We shall also meet other political parties,” said Sadek. “Uganda is heading into a crucial electoral period, and it is important that the process is peaceful, inclusive, and credible.”
Sadek acknowledged the violence that marred recent by-elections, particularly in Kawempe North, and expressed concern over increased state security interventions targeting opposition figures.
“This raises questions about whether there is truly a level playing field,” he noted. “We call on all actors to respect democratic principles and conduct themselves in a manner that leads to credible elections.”
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Beyond electoral issues, the meeting also touched on economic and development cooperation. Sadek celebrated the rising volume of Ugandan exports to the European Union and reiterated EU support for green transition policies, governance reforms, and civil society strengthening.
“Our engagement in Uganda is broad and multi-faceted. It is not about political bias, but about supporting democracy, prosperity, and the people of Uganda especially its youth,” he said.
With the 2026 general elections on the skyline, diplomatic engagement with Uganda’s political players is expected to intensify.
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