“I look forward to our discussions aimed at strengthening bilateral relations and enhancing cooperation between our two nations.”
While the official agenda of the visit has not been disclosed, diplomatic sources say the talks are likely to touch on regional security, the future of the Revitalized Peace Agreement, and Uganda’s recent military involvement in South Sudan under Operation Mlinzi wa Kimya.
Museveni has been a long-time ally of Kiir and a key player in regional peace processes, including the 2018 agreement that ended South Sudan’s brutal civil war.
However, Uganda’s recent troop deployments have drawn criticism from opposition figures and sparked accusations of partiality in the country’s internal political affairs.
Diplomatic Mission
Museveni’s visit also follows a high-level IGAD mission by Raila Odinga, who met with Kiir earlier this week and is expected to brief regional leaders on a proposed roadmap to restore stability.
The African Union has confirmed the deployment of its Panel of the Wise to support de-escalation efforts.
Observers say Museveni’s presence in Juba could signal an effort to shore up Kiir’s government amid growing pressure from international stakeholders to release Machar and revive the stalled peace process.
Backdrop of Crisis
The arrest of Riek Machar and the subsequent outbreak of violence in Rejaf, Wunaliet, and parts of Upper Nile State have plunged the world’s youngest country into its most serious political crisis since the 2018 peace deal.
UN officials have warned that unilateral actions could push the country back into full-scale conflict, with regional consequences. Both the UN and AU have called for immediate restraint, urging leaders to put the interests of the South Sudanese people first.
Uganda has historically played a major role in South Sudanese affairs, both as a military backer of the Juba government and a regional mediator. UPDF forces have intervened in South Sudanese conflicts before, including during the 2013–2016 civil war.
“I look forward to our discussions aimed at strengthening bilateral relations and enhancing cooperation between our two nations.”
While the official agenda of the visit has not been disclosed, diplomatic sources say the talks are likely to touch on regional security, the future of the Revitalized Peace Agreement, and Uganda’s recent military involvement in South Sudan under Operation Mlinzi wa Kimya
Museveni has been a long-time ally of Kiir and a key player in regional peace processes, including the 2018 agreement that ended South Sudan’s brutal civil war.
However, Uganda’s recent troop deployments have drawn criticism from opposition figures and sparked accusations of partiality in the country’s internal political affairs.
Diplomatic Mission
Museveni’s visit also follows a high-level IGAD mission by Raila Odinga, who met with Kiir earlier this week and is expected to brief regional leaders on a proposed roadmap to restore stability.
The African Union has confirmed the deployment of its Panel of the Wise to support de-escalation efforts.
Observers say Museveni’s presence in Juba could signal an effort to shore up Kiir’s government amid growing pressure from international stakeholders to release Machar and revive the stalled peace process.
Backdrop of Crisis
The arrest of Riek Machar and the subsequent outbreak of violence in Rejaf, Wunaliet, and parts of Upper Nile State have plunged the world’s youngest country into its most serious political crisis since the 2018 peace deal.
UN officials have warned that unilateral actions could push the country back into full-scale conflict, with regional consequences. Both the UN and AU have called for immediate restraint, urging leaders to put the interests of the South Sudanese people first.
Uganda has historically played a major role in South Sudanese affairs, both as a military backer of the Juba government and a regional mediator. UPDF forces have intervened in South Sudanese conflicts before, including during the 2013–2016 civil war.
By ChimpReports
