ENTEBBE — Retired U.S. Army Lieutenant General Michael Flynn held a high-level meeting with Ugandan President Yoweri Kaguta Museveni at State House Entebbe, where the two leaders discussed regional security dynamics and the value of closer military cooperation between Uganda and the United States.
Flynn, who previously served as Director of the Defense Intelligence Agency and U.S. National Security Advisor, is in Uganda at the invitation of Muhoozi Kainerugaba, the Chief of Defence Forces. His visit centers on strengthening leadership development and enhancing military engagement between the two nations.
During their discussions, Museveni and Flynn exchanged perspectives on evolving security challenges in the region and underscored the importance of strong military-to-military partnerships in fostering stability. According to a statement from the Ugandan presidency, both sides emphasized collaboration as a key pillar for addressing shared concerns.
Flynn expressed gratitude for the hospitality extended to him, noting his appreciation for the opportunity to engage directly with Uganda’s leadership on matters of mutual interest.
The meeting was attended by Kainerugaba and Uganda’s Ambassador to the United States, Robie Kakonge.
Flynn’s visit builds on a series of engagements with Uganda’s military leadership. Earlier, he met with Kainerugaba at the Special Forces Command headquarters in Entebbe and was honored at a dinner hosted at Serena Hotel Kigo. He also addressed senior officers of the Uganda People’s Defence Forces at Speke Resort Munyonyo, where he highlighted leadership grounded in character, courage, and strategic vision, urging a sustained focus on developing future generations of military leaders.
Kainerugaba described the visit as “the beginning of a consequential and important relationship,” signaling the potential for deeper collaboration between Ugandan and U.S. military institutions.
With more than three decades of service in the U.S. Army, Flynn is expected to continue his engagements with Ugandan military officials and academic institutions throughout his stay, further reinforcing the growing partnership between the two countries.
