Yoweri Museveni decades in power. 🇺🇬 Born in 1944 in Ntungamo, Uganda, Museveni studied Political Science at the University of Dar es Salaam and helped form the African Revolutionary Front. He became President of Uganda in 1986, and in 2026, at 81 years old, he won yet another term. That makes him the longest-serving president in Uganda’s history and one of Africa’s longest-serving leaders. Supporters praise his stability and experience. Critics warn that decades in power weaken democracy. 💬

Yoweri Museveni has ruled Uganda since 1986 and is now seeking yet another term, aiming to extend his tenure beyond 40 years. Here's a closer look at his profile ahead of the January 15 vote. #DWAfrica | DW Africa

When President Museveni announced he was to retire from politics. #UrbanUpdates #TodayInHistory | Urban Television

Uganda's newly re-elected President Yoweri Museveni who was declared winner of last week's presidential election and has been in power for 30 years. He talks about the opposition and why he is against presidential term limits. He spoke to BBC Africa's Zuhura Yunus in his country home in Rwakitura, Western Uganda. | History of Uganda