A segment of Uganda’s Generation Z has organized anti-corruption demonstrations set for Tuesday, July 23. These protests, intended to highlight issues of government corruption, have sparked significant reactions from the Ugandan leadership.

In response, President Yoweri Museveni has accused unnamed foreign groups of sponsoring these demonstrations. Speaking to the nation on Saturday, July 20, Museveni alleged that foreign entities are working in concert with opposition groups to incite unrest and undermine his administration.

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Museveni’s claims come amid rising tensions as young Ugandans, inspired by similar movements in neighboring countries, mobilize against corruption within their own government. The President’s accusations suggest a belief that external forces are fueling domestic dissent to destabilize Uganda.

Without specifying the foreign entities involved, Museveni asserted that these groups are funding opposition efforts to stage unauthorized protests. His comments indicate a view that these foreign-backed activities are part of a broader scheme to create disorder in Uganda.

The planned demonstrations have been a topic of concern for the Ugandan government, which has taken a firm stance against such actions. Museveni’s warnings reflect ongoing tensions between the government and protest organizers, as well as a broader discussion about the influence of external actors on domestic politics.