Uganda’s Military Chief Closes Media Outlets

Rochester News Today | 2 Min News | The Daily News Now! · Jun 28, 2026 · 1m

Uganda’s military chief, General Muhoozi Kainerugaba, has shut down the Daily Monitor and NTV, declaring he holds absolute authority over all media — a bold move echoing his father President Museveni’s grip on power. As the president begins his seventh term, the young general is rapidly consolidating control, issuing presidential-style orders and silencing critics — including an attorney who dared challenge his record on human rights. Seen as Museveni’s likely heir, Kainerugaba’s rise signals a troubling shift: the military is stepping into the political spotlight, reshaping media freedom and…