Shedrack Nzeire: He is Musevenis step-brother. He is currently involved in youth mobilisation at State House although his docket is not very clear. I thought you could avoid, not evade, taxes but I found it was not practical, and unnecessary, Kutesa told the Daily Monitor. President Yoweri Museveni yesterday graced the wedding ceremony of Isaac Kutesa and Yvette Kamurasi, at Munyonyo Peace Hub in Kampala during a church session where the newlywed couple tied the knot. Between 1994 and 1995, he served as a delegate to the Constituent Assembly that drafted the 1995 Ugandan Constitution. Bamugemereire accused Rukutana of disrespecting her and threatened to take the matter to Museveni. Sam Kahamba Kutesa is Uganda's foreign minister and was president of the United Nations General Assembly during its 2014-2015 session. The BBC is not responsible for the content of external sites. Earlier, more than 9,000 people signed an online petition urging UN member states and US Secretary of State John Kerry to block Mr Kutesa's appointment. He is also the elected Member of Parliament for Mawogola County in Sembabule District. Muhwezi publicly fell out with Museveni over the GAVI and Global Funds money. Even top IGAD officials like Joseph Rwanshote [the program manager trade, industry, and tourism] remains stranded.. New study finds immune system drug promising in treating alcohol use disorder, Iran blames U.S. wrong policy for nuke talks impasse, LIVE: NSSF probe chair presents final report in parliament, Sudanese leader willing to strengthen cooperation with South Sudan, Mexican president accuses U.S. of meddling in internal affairs, How Africa can pilot a new air route to prosperity, UNHCR appeals for 137 mln USD to help refugees in Horn of Africa, Ugandan-born Rose Mary Adikin stars on Chinese Tik Tok, I have been judged unfairly, says sacked NSSF MD. However, the source adds that Kutesas only punishment was a caution.. His candidature was endorsed unanimously during the 17th Ministerial Meeting of the Non-Aligned Movement, held in Algiers, Algeria in May 2013. Bob has many businesses in the country. Kutesa and his wife Edith Kutesa, have also been mentioned in their dealings with Sheri Yan another Chinese national, who was once known for hosting soirees around the world where diplomats mingled with millionaires business executives and socialites. "The scale and reach of most of the challenges we face, coupled with the limited capacity of many of those worst affected, requires that we address them collectively," he said. In the story Family Rule In Uganda: How The Museveni Clan Runs Government in our Issue 050 of The Independent, only a small list of the presidents relatives in government was mentioned in the story. Sources at the ministry of Foreign Affairs claim Mugoya was not aware of the developments and only got to learn about the letter in the media. Sam Kahamba Kutesa: Biography, Education and Family of Ugandas Minister of Foreign SSam Kahamba Kutesa quits Active politics, Kutesa the United Nations General Assembly, Sam Kutesa Uganda's Minister of Foreign Affairs, Yoweri Kaguta Museveni appointed Sam Kutesa, COVID-19 and the Destruction of a Religious Movement in South Korea, Dorothy Kisaka unveils plan to transform Kampala into a Vibrant, Attractive and Sustainable City, General Wilson Mbasu Mbadi: Biography, Early Life, Family, Education, Career and Achievements, Christine Apolot: Biography, Early Life, Family, Education, Career and Achievements, Ariko Herbert Edmund: Biography, Early Life, Family, Education, Career and Achievements. Family Kutesa is married to Edith Gasana and the couple has four children who include Charlotte Nankunda Kutesa, Ishta Asiimwe Kutesa, Elizabeth Kutesa, Inga Kutesa. When the letter leaked, the Ugandan mission in Addis told a few other Ugandans stranded in hotels around Bole international airport to quickly hand in their travel details to be booked on the controversial flight with the Kavuya family. The NRM electoral commission on Wednesday evening declared Godfrey Aine Kaguta, a brother to President Museveni as the winner of the highly contested election after polling 17343 votes against . Rwamirama is a cousin to Museveni and although the two had bitter disagreements especially after Museveni ordered his arrest in the early 90s on allegations of causing financial loss to the army, they are still close. President Yoweri Museveni said the three officials chose to resign. The Commission objected saying his plea was not commensurate with the commissions terms of reference, which is time bound. In a joint statement, they denied the charges and said they were stepping aside to clear their names in court, the AFP news agency reports. Over the weekend, Sam Kutesa held a community public function in Sembabule town council where he unveiled his daughter Shartis Musherure Nayebare, an excellent lawyer who recently returned from the US where she has been living with her equally very successful husband Dr. Musherure. He also served as the intelligence officer (IO) in PGB.. Lt. Allan Matsiko: Is the Counter Intelligence Officer at State House. He attended Kazo Primary School where he obtained his Primary Leaving Examinations in 1962 after he joined Mbarara High School for his O-Level education where he achieved his Uganda Advanced Certificate of Education (UCE) in 1967. He is theMinister of Foreign Affairs in the Cabinet of Uganda, a position he has held since 13 January 2005 and maintained through three cabinet reshuffles. Because Kutesa defended the discriminatory Uganda Anti-Homosexuality Act, 2014, human rights organizations felt his UN presidential position was not supportive of the values embodied in the UNs Universal Declaration of Human Rights. Others simply dismiss compliance with the law, practices, and civil decorum because they hold too much sway in the workings of government. Read about our approach to external linking. The government allegedly lost some $150m (95m) in various scams during the 2007 Commonwealth Heads of Government Meeting (Chogm) in the capital, Kampala, reports say. The viral letter did not go down well with President Museveni. Although many enjoy their untouchable status with civility, others act with impunity. Foreign Affairs Minister Sam Kutesa is accused of abuse of office. In 1998, a Ugandan parliamentary committee named Kutesa and another co-owner in a report criticizing the privatization that helped create Enhas and led to its lucrative airport contract. Mr Museveni sacked Mr Bukenya in May as part of a cabinet reshuffle. The Public Health (Prohibition of Entry into Uganda) Order 2020, gazetted on March 21, prohibits entry into Uganda to all persons with two exceptions; UN humanitarian organizations staff, and cargo trucks and aircraft. He was his countrys Attorney General from 1985 to 1986. On her part, Shatsi Kutesa explained that it is time for the young and energetic educated youths to carry on from where their parents and elders have stopped and take the country forward. The father of the bridegroom, Hon. He is the elder brother to Bob Kabonero, the Kampala Casino honcho. [18] The petition which garnered over 15,000 signatures on Change.org was written by Ugandan Milton Allimadi, editor of Black Star News. Moses Byaruhanga: He is the all-powerful presidential assistant on political affairs. Sam Kutesa the Minister of Foreign Affairs and late Jennifer Kutesa, while the bride Yvette is a daughter to Mr. and Mrs. Yona and Penninah Kamurasi of Mugore village, Rushere in Kiruhura district. Video, Record numbers of guide dog volunteers after BBC story, Harry and Meghan told to 'vacate' Frogmore Cottage, Rare Jurassic-era bug found at Arkansas Walmart, Dozens of girls treated after new Iran poisonings, Havana Syndrome unlikely to have hostile cause - US, Prince Andrew offered Frogmore Cottage - reports, China and Belarus call for peace in Ukraine, Beer and wine sales in Canada fall to all-time low, Man survives 31 days in jungle by eating worms. Do you have a story in your community or an opinion to share with us: Email us at, Presidents Museveni, Ramaphosa call for increase in trade between Uganda and South Africa, Rwenzori young people tipped off about youth-friendly services, MPs question Shs57 billion payment to US company, PROFILE: Interesting facts you didnt know about Government Chief Whip Ruth Nankabirwa. Your email address will not be published. [6] He was the President of the United Nations General Assembly during its 69th session in 20142015. The President cautioned young people especially the youths to value marriage and be careful and serious while choosing partners. "We shall definitely take opportunity to plead our innocence and demonstrate that we are not guilty of the offences charged," the statement said, AFP reports. Ho also advised his boss, the Chairman of CEFC China, to provide $500,000 in cash to President Museveni, supposedly as a campaign donation, even though Museveni had already been reelected. I came out and said as a senior officer of the army, I dont know what I am doing, Otafiire said in 2008. Marriage is an institution of God and a blessing that sustains human society and where God does not make a mistake. 2023 BBC. In this issue, we publish a bigger list of relatives and in-laws around the president or in high government positions. Just continue to CONDEMN them. Kutesa was listed with some of the biggest names to emerge so far include the Queen, Facebook and Donald Trumps cabinet members and advisers. Sam Kahamba Kutesa was bornon 1 February 1949. FORGERY FOR WEALTH AND POWER BY KIRUMIRA'S FAMILY PART 4, REMA'S SECRET LOVE AFFAIRS WITH KIRUMIRA, HAMZA IS A CONDUIT FOR BCD DRUG CARTEL AND MEDICAL EQU. "They have concluded their investigation. Sam Kutesa: Currently minister for Foreign Affairs, Kutesa is the father-in-law to the presidents son Muhoozi and an in-law to President Museveni himself. Uganda is owned and run by museveni and his extended family. He recently won exclusive rights to import dry cell Tiger batteries from China, in effect throwing out any other importer in Uganda. Read about our approach to external linking. Jolly Sabune: She is a cousin to Janet and is the long serving managing director of the Cotton Development Authority. His candidature was endorsed unanimously during the 17th Ministerial Meeting of the Non-Aligned Movement, held in Algiers, Algeria in May 2013. Your email address will not be published. However, the president reportedly rejected the request, insisting that allowing a select privileged group to return home would diminish his public image since he had ordered that all Ugandans abroad should stay put wherever they were until the Covid-19 situation stabilizes. At the time Kutesa was not in Musevenis government since he had defeated Museveni in the Mbarara North parliamentary election of 1980 and was between 1985 and 86 the Attorney General in the Gen. Tito Okello government that Museveni overran in 1986. Esther Namaganda, who flagged down the car he was riding in for making a prohibited a U-turn in the middle of a busy highway. She is a cousin to Janet Museveni., Richard Kabonero. She is into real estate and a host of other businesses. That money would potentially otherwise be taxed in the owners home country, meaning governments are potentially missing out on billions in revenue. His candidature was endorsed unanimously during the 17th Ministerial Meeting of the Non-Aligned Movement, held in Algiers, Algeria in May 2013. New details emerge #thebuzzug #latestnews #ugandalatestnews #trendingnewsuganda #museveni From 1973 to 2001, Kutesa was in private law practice. Sam Kahamba Kutesa was elected President of the United Nations General Assembly's 69th session on 11 June 2014. He also practised law in his country, specializing in corporate law and litigation. Ingah Kutesa. Byaruhanga is not a mere presidential assistant but a king maker in this regime. He is married with six children. He said the UNGA should focus on reducing poverty, fighting climate change and advancing gender equality. He is a brother to Albert Muganga, Amelia Kyambaddes cousin, and also husband to Sam Kutesas daughter Ishta. 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[6] He was the President of the United Nations General Assembly during its 69th session in 20142015.[7]. He handled the sale of former assets of Uganda Railways Corporation and was also part of the legal team privately hired by the State to prosecute FDC president Dr Kizza Besigye in the PRA treason case in 2006. Find Sam Kutesa stock photos and editorial news pictures from Getty Images. He has gone through accelerated promotions to reach his current rank. Do you have a story in your community or an opinion to share with us: Email us at editorial@watchdoguganda.com VideoAt the crash site of 'no hope' - BBC reporter in Greece, Why Covid lab-leak theory is now being taken seriously, Blackpink lead top stars back on the road in Asia, Exploring the rigging claims in Nigeria's elections, 'Wales is in England' gaffe sparks TikToker's trip, Ukraine war casts shadow over India's G20 ambitions, Record numbers of guide dog volunteers after BBC story. Uganda's foreign minister has been elected president of the UN General Assembly, over protests against his country's treatment of gay people. UN Photo/Mark Garten. He was at the time financial controller of the NRA now renamed UPDF. [15], As Africa was due to hold the presidency of the sixty-ninth session of the United Nations General Assembly (UNGA), the African Union Executive Council unanimously chose him to be their candidate after the withdrawal of Cameroonian Foreign Minister Pierre Moukoko Mbonjo. Despite calls from MPs for him to resign along with the others accused, a lawyer, Severino Twinobusingye, managed to successfully sue the Attorney General and halt the proceedings and to block the calls for resignation. Corroborating accounts from different sources at the ministry of Foreign Affairs and State House suggest that in the first week of May, Kutesa led a team of top businessmen and powerbrokers within NRM to State House where they tabled a list of their loved ones who needed to return home. Foreign Affairs Minister andMawogola North legislator, Sam Kutesain 2019 announced that he will not be seeking another Parliamentary term in the upcoming 2021 general elections. Despite calls from MPs for him to resign along with the others accused, a lawyer, Severino Twinobusingye, managed to successfully sue the Attorney General and halt the proceedings and to block the calls for resignation. Yan was arrested by FBI agents in October 2015 and was accused of bribing the former 68th president of the UN General Assembly, John Ashe, the Sydney Herald reported. Musevenis statement was broadcast on the state-owned Radio Uganda. He is currently the overall commander of the elite Presidential Guard Brigade. Sam Kahamba Kutesa (born 1 February 1949) is a Ugandan politician, businessman and lawyer [1] involved in several corruption cases. Henry Tumukunde: Until recently, Tumukunde enjoyed all the trappings of the family rule. This is to explain that a while ago Parliament and Ugandans at large asked government through the ministry of Foreign Affairs to explain the situation of Ugandans stranded abroad and where possible help facilitate them safely return home. He was Minister of State for Investment from 2001 to 2005. It is therefore in that light that Foreign Affairs minister Hon Sam Kutesa after wide consultation including ministry of Health has cleared the following people in a gradual and controlled process to return home, The list had 13 people including Kavuyas family. She was implicated in the UN Congo Report by the panel of experts investigating the plunder of DR Congo resources. Asked about governments efforts to repatriate Ugandans stranded abroad, Mugoya told The Observer to wait for an official ministerial statement before parliament on May 26. The two have since reconciled. In the controversial May 13 letter, Kutesa asked the Ethiopian Airlines general manager to allow three family members of businessman Ben Kavuya board an Ethiopian Airlines plane bound for Entebbe on May 18. Henry Tumukunde: Until recently, Tumukunde enjoyed all the trappings of the family rule. In the controversial May 13 letter, Kutesa asked the Ethiopian Airlines general manager to allow three family members of businessman Ben Kavuya board an Ethiopian Airlines plane bound for Entebbe on May 18. Born on February 1, 1949, Kutesa attended Mbarara High School for his secondary eduction before joining Makerere University where he obtained a Bachelors Degree of Law. An internal Appleby document from 2015 reported that the companys intended activities were consultancy, investments, trading and airport services in Uganda.. Sabiiti is said to belong to the young generation of educated professionals who joined the army because of the Muhoozi influence. These will also go just like the UNLFs and the Bombo group who now wallow in poverty and zero recognition.Oyite Ojok is remembered for have displayed impunity and murdered at will but today not even a family member is traceable to any serious activity,thats the conundrum about life.In the mean time the late Luwums children are known to have good postings in various places,he died for them for a noble reason. In his acceptance speech on Wednesday, Mr Kutesa said his unanimous election was a sign of trust and confidence in him and a recognition of Uganda's contributions. Uganda also served its two-year term on the UN Security Council as a non-permanent member, in 2009 and 2010. Shartis Musherure, the daughter to Foreign Affairs Minister, Sam Kutesa has rejected the Mawogola North constituency election in the NRM primaries. Her cousin (their mothers are sisters) Albert Muganga marries Kutesas daughter Ishta who is a sister to Charlotte Kutesa, the wife of President Musevenis son Muhoozi. Vice President Prof. Gilbert Bukenya once confessed how it was Byaruhanga who made him what he is today; that all his political fortunes were because of Byaruhanga. As Africa was due to hold the presidency of the sixty-ninth session of the United Nations General Assembly (UNGA), the African Union Executive Council unanimously chose him to be their candidate after the withdrawal of Cameroonian Foreign Minister Pierre Moukoko Mbonjo. The woman was the wife of Sam Kutesa. 'The Kutesa family of Diplomats; son appointed Honorary Consul of Oman as daughter is appointed Honorary Consul of Israel. Born in Uganda on 1 February 1949, Mr. Kutesa holds an Honours Degree in Law from Makerere University and is an advocate of the High Court of Uganda, having completed post-graduate studies in legal practice at the Uganda Law Development Centre. Brig. VideoAt the crash site of 'no hope' - BBC reporter in Greece, Why Covid lab-leak theory is now being taken seriously, Blackpink lead top stars back on the road in Asia, Exploring the rigging claims in Nigeria's elections, 'Wales is in England' gaffe sparks TikToker's trip, Ukraine war casts shadow over India's G20 ambitions, Record numbers of guide dog volunteers after BBC story. According to the Sydney Herald, while the GSF was engaged in some altruistic work, evidence gathered by the FBI suggests, Yans appointment of Ashe as a GSF adviser was to enable Yan to pay him a monthly bribe of $20.000, supplemented by larger kickbacks. [7], Kutesa attended Mbarara High School. In May 2016, Ho and CEFC China executives traveled to Kampala. Their case is due to come before an anti-corruption court on Thursday. Deputy Attorney General Mwesigwa Rukutana hit headlines over a spat when he appeared before the commission in February. He is into real estate and handles many government contracts. You saw the way Gen. Tumwine behaved in our committee of Human Rights; the President is hostage to these people.. Maj. Sabiiti Magyenyi: He is a cousin to President Museveni and hails from Mbarara district. What's he waiting for? Foreign Affairs Minister Sam Kutesa is accused of abuse of office. He was the President of the United Nations General Assembly during its 69th session in 2014 to 2015. Susan Muhwezi: Not only is she wife to the powerful and rich Maj. Gen. Muhwezi, she is the presidential assistant on the African Growth Opportunity Act (AGOA), a programme of the US government to encourage African countries to access the American markets. In a separate development in parliament on Monday, MP Gerald Karuhanga accused Mr Kutesa, Prime Minister Amama Mbabazi and former Energy Minister Hilary Onek of taking multi-million dollar bribes from a UK-based company, Tullow Oil. This may not be surprising because the Ugandan mission in Addis has of late become dogged with power struggles.

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