Uganda’s military chief has ordered the closure of a major news platform, according to multiple reports. The decision is attributed to General Muhoozi Kainerugaba, who is also the eldest son of President Yoweri Museveni. The outlets describe the order as coming from the top commander of Uganda’s armed forces and emphasize that it results in the shutdown of an established media organization. Several sources note that Kainerugaba has served as the country’s top military commander since 2024.
The reports do not provide extensive details in the excerpts provided about the stated reasons for the closure or the specific legal or administrative steps being taken. They also do not include information from the affected news organization within the supplied text. Overall, the accounts converge on the same central point: the army chief, closely linked to the presidency, directs the shutdown of a major news platform in Uganda. The situation is presented as an order by a senior military figure, with potential implications for press access and media operations in the country.
