Uganda's political and military landscape is under renewed scrutiny following the arrest of former deputy military chief General Peter Elwelu on allegations of plotting to destabilise parts of the country.

The arrest comes amid growing speculation about succession politics in Uganda, where President Yoweri Museveni has extended his decades-long rule and his son, military chief General Muhoozi Kainerugaba, has already declared his intention to run for president in 2031.

To help us unpack the significance of these developments, Mpho Sithole spoke to journalist and commentator, Timothy Kalyegira in Uganda..

Uganda's political and military landscape is under renewed scrutiny following the arrest of former deputy military chief General Peter Elwelu on allegations of plotting to destabilise parts of the country.
The arrest comes amid growing speculation about succession politics in Uganda, where President Yoweri Museveni has extended his decades-long rule and his son, military chief General Muhoozi Kainerugaba, has already declared his intention to run for president in 2031.
To help us unpack the significance of these developments, Mpho Sithole spoke to journalist and commentator, Timothy Kalyegira in Uganda..

An English news and current affairs wrap with a fresh take on the day’s top stories, hosted by the seasoned journalist Tsepiso Makwetla.

An English news and current affairs wrap with a fresh take on the day&rsquo;s top stories, hosted by the seasoned journalist Tsepiso Makwetla.