Politics 14 April 2026 Daily Monitor (Uganda)
Museveni Hands Out Shs100m to MPs Post-Kyankwanzi Retreat Amid Authority Questions
President Museveni distributed Shs100 million to each MP following the Kyankwanzi retreat, sparking debates on the legal basis of the payout. Concerns are rising over the capacity in which the President authorized the funds. Source: https://www.monitor.co.ug/uganda/news/national/museveni-gives-mps-shs100m-each-after-kyankwanzi-retreat-5423852
President Yoweri Museveni reportedly gave Shs100 million to each Member of Parliament after attending a retreat in Kyankwanzi.
The generous allocation has prompted widespread questions about the President’s authority to make such a donation.
Critics are probing whether the move was made in an official or personal capacity, fueling discussions on transparency and protocol.
This development highlights ongoing scrutiny of executive disbursements to lawmakers.