FULL LIST: 78 Ministers take oath as Museveni unveils new cabinet, five miss swearing-in

Entebbe, Uganda: President Museveni on Monday presided over the swearing-in of 78 Cabinet Ministers and Ministers of State at State House Entebbe, officially ushering in a new administration tasked with implementing the government’s agenda for the 2026–2031 term.

The ceremony marked the formal assumption of office by members of the Executive following their recent approval by Parliament’s Appointments Committee.

Guided by the Head of Public Service and Secretary to Cabinet, Ms Lucy Nakyobe Mbonye, the ministers took both the Oath of Allegiance and the Oath of Minister, committing themselves to uphold the Constitution, serve Uganda faithfully, and advise the President in the execution of his duties.

President Museveni, in brief remarks, congratulated the new ministers and wished them success in executing their responsibilities. “Here, I just congratulate you and wish you good luck,” the President said.

The ceremony was attended by senior government officials, including Speaker of Parliament Rt Hon Jacob Marksons Oboth-Oboth, Chief Justice Dr Flavian Zeija, heads of security agencies, permanent secretaries, judicial officers, family members and friends of the ministers.

Five Ministers Miss Swearing-in Ceremony

Despite the large turnout, five appointed ministers were absent from the swearing-in ceremony.

While government did not immediately disclose all the names of the missing ministers, Ms Nakyobe revealed that one of them was indisposed, while the status of the other four had already been communicated to President Museveni.

“The four, as per your directive, the Solicitor General and I interfaced with them over the weekend, and a brief has been made and handed over to the PPS this morning, for your further guidance,” Nakyobe said.

The absence of some ministers is expected to generate public interest, particularly following recent attention surrounding some appointments and vetting processes.

Ministers to Undergo Induction

Nakyobe informed the new ministers that government has organized an induction programme scheduled for June 14–23, 2026, at the National Leadership Institute (NALI), Kyankwanzi.

The orientation will cover Cabinet procedures, government structures, policy implementation systems, public service operations, and ministerial responsibilities. “As the Head of Public Service and Secretary to Cabinet, I would like to assure you that the Public Service stands ready to support you in the execution of your responsibilities,” Nakyobe said.

She urged ministers to embrace teamwork, collective responsibility and constructive engagement with technocrats to ensure efficient service delivery.

The swearing-in follows President Museveni’s announcement of his Cabinet on May 26, 2026, in which he retained several experienced ministers while bringing in new faces across various ministries.

The Cabinet is expected to spearhead implementation of the NRM government’s priorities, including wealth creation, industrialization, infrastructure development, job creation, digital transformation, and the country’s transition towards high middle-income status.

FULL LIST OF 78 SWORN-IN MINISTERS

Cabinet Ministers

1. Vice President – Jessica Alupo
2. Prime Minister and Leader of Government Business – Robinah Nabbanja
3. First Deputy Prime Minister and Minister for East African Community Affairs – Rebecca Kadaga
4. Second Deputy Prime Minister and Deputy Leader of Government Business – Dr Crispus Walter Kiyonga
5. Third Deputy Prime Minister and Minister without Portfolio – Lukia Nakadama
6. Minister for the Presidency – Milly Babirye Babalanda
7. Minister of Security – Jim Muhwezi
8. Minister for Science, Technology and Innovation – Eng Jonard Asiimwe
9. Minister for Kampala Capital City and Metropolitan Affairs – Minsa Kabanda
10. Minister for General Duties – Eng Hillary Onek
11. Government Chief Whip – Dr Jane Ruth Aceng
12. Minister for Relief, Disaster Preparedness and Refugees – Sam Engola
13. Minister for Karamoja Affairs – John Baptist Lokii
14. Minister of Agriculture, Animal Industry and Fisheries – Frank Tumwebaze
15. Attorney General – Sam Mayanja
16. Minister of Defence and Veterans Affairs – Kiryowa Kiwanuka
17. Minister of Energy and Mineral Development – Dr Monica Musenero
18. Minister of Finance, Planning and Economic Development – Henry Musasizi
19. Minister of Gender, Labour and Social Development – Lt Gen Henry Tumukunde
20. Minister of Health – Dr Chris Baryomunsi
21. Minister of ICT and National Guidance – Justine Kasule Lumumba
22. Minister of Internal Affairs – Prof Ephraim Kamuntu
23. Minister of Justice and Constitutional Affairs – Norbert Mao
24. Minister of Lands, Housing and Urban Development – Judith Nabakooba
25. Minister of Local Government – Balaam Barugahara
26. Minister of Public Service – Gen Katumba Wamala
27. Minister of Tourism, Wildlife and Antiquities – Tom Butime
28. Minister of Trade, Industry and Cooperatives – Sanjay Tanna
29. Minister of Water and Environment – Maj Gen Kahinda Otafiire
30. Minister of Works and Transport – Fred Byamukama

Ministers of State

31. Sandra Santa Alum – Economic Monitoring
32. Rose Akello – Ethics and Integrity
33. Diana Nankunda Mutasingwa – Office of the Vice President
34. Lillian Aber – Relief, Disaster Preparedness and Refugees
35. Beatrice Akello – Northern Uganda
36. Esther Davinia Anyakun – Karamoja Affairs
37. Alice Kaboyo – Luwero Triangle-Rwenzori Region
38. Grace Mary Mugasa – Bunyoro Affairs
39. Dr Ongalo-Obote – Teso Affairs
40. Desire Muhooza – Agriculture
41. Bright Rwamirama – Animal Industry
42. Robert Ndugwa Migadde – Fisheries
43. Jackson Kafuuzi – Deputy Attorney General
44. Grace Ngabirano Akifeza – Defence
45. Huda Oleru – Veteran Affairs
46. Magode Ikuya – East African Affairs
47. Dr John Chrysestom Muyingo – Higher Education
48. Phyllis Chemutai – Primary Education
49. Peter Ogwang – Sports
50. Sidronius Opolot Okasai – Energy
51. Phiona Nyamutoro – Minerals
52. Cissy Mulondo – Finance General Duties
53. Amos Lugoloobi – Finance (Planning)
54. Amina Mukalazi – Privatization and Investment
55. Kyeyune Haruna Kasolo – Regional Affairs
56. Mary Kamuli Kuteesa – Gender and Culture
57. Mercy Faith Lakisa – Youth and Children Affairs
58. Simon Mulongo – Employment and Industrial Relations
59. Joyce Acan Okeny – Disability Affairs
60. Jacqueline Mbabazi – Elderly Affairs
61. Anifa Bangirana Kawooya – Health General Duties
62. Dr Charles Ayume – Primary Health Care
63. Joyce Ssebugwawo – ICT (Information)
64. Alioni Yorke Odria – ICT (National Guidance)
65. Kabuye Kyofatogabye (Kampala Capital City and Metropolitan Affairs)
66. Persis Namuganza – Housing
67. Margaret Muhanga Mugisa – Urban Development
68. Harriet Ntabazi – Lands
69. Justine Nameere (Local Government)
70. Lydia Wanyoto Mutende – Public Service
71. Susan Nakawuki Nsambu -Tourism, Wildlife and Antiquities
72. Tom Aza – Cooperatives
73. David Bahati – Industry
74. Gen Wilson Mbadi – Trade
75. Beatrice Anywar – Environment
76. Aisha Sekindi – Water
77. Siraji Musa Ali – Works
78. Julius Maganda Wandera – Transport