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Recent foreign-affairs coverage and related updates from across Uganda Online.
foreign affairs 8 July 2026
The Ugandan government is intensifying efforts to bring back its citizens stranded in Thailand and South Africa. Challenges in repatriation stem from a lack of bilateral agreements with Thailand and ongoing concerns following xenophobic attacks in South Africa. Source: https://www.parliament.go.ug/news/4477/govt-step-efforts-repatriate-ugandans
news 5 July 2026
The Ugandan government has underscored its dedication to protecting citizens overseas, citing the successful evacuation of nationals from South Africa amid xenophobic unrest as a prime example. A third group of 255 Ugandans returned, with officials assuring support for their reintegration. Source: https://nilepost.co.ug/news/353908/governments-commitment-to-citizens-abroad-reflected-in-south-africa-evacuation-effort-says-foreign-service-officer
Politics 27 May 2026
Henry Okello Oryem, the outgoing State Minister for Foreign Affairs, has voiced his disappointment after President Museveni dropped him from the cabinet. Oryem, who served in this role since 2004, expressed gratitude for the opportunity while acknowledging the personal sadness of his departure. Source: https://observer.ug/news/okello-oryem-disappointed-after-drop-from-cabinet
Politics 1 April 2026
Kiev revealed over 1,780 Africans, including Ugandans, are fighting for Russia in Ukraine, yet Kampala claims limited power to intervene. An editorial urges the GoU to dismantle the trafficking networks luring citizens into this conflict and prioritize their safety. Source: https://www.monitor.co.ug/uganda/oped/editorial/govt-should-not-play-the-ostrich-with-head-in-sand-5410448