The Republic of Uganda has officially reiterated its firm support for the military-led administration in Sudan, declaring it the country’s sole legitimate government. The announcement was made on Saturday, July 4, 2026, by Ambassador Joseph Ocwet, the director of Uganda’s External Intelligence Organisation and a special envoy for President Yoweri Museveni.
The declaration serves as a substantial boost to the Sovereign Council, led by General Abdel Fattah al-Burhan, as it continues efforts to isolate the paramilitary Rapid Support Forces (RSF) on the international stage.
Ambassador Ocwet, who arrived in Khartoum on Friday to deliver a formal message from President Museveni, engaged in a series of high-level discussions on Saturday. He held separate meetings with General Burhan, Prime Minister Kamel Idris, and Sovereign Council Deputy Chairman Malik Agar. During these sessions, Ocwet explicitly stated, “Uganda’s position rejects the establishment of any entities parallel to the state authority in Sudan.” He further emphasized Kampala’s unwavering commitment to Sudan’s sovereignty and territorial integrity.
The visit comes at a time when diplomatic relations between Khartoum and several of its regional neighbors have been strained by the ongoing civil war. Sudanese officials have repeatedly accused external actors of providing political and logistical backing to the RSF, often citing this as a major impediment to regional stability.
During the briefings, Sudanese leadership provided the Ugandan delegation with detailed reports regarding the extensive destruction of infrastructure and public institutions, which they attributed to the RSF. In turn, the Sudanese government shared updates on its latest peace initiatives.
Malik Agar, the Deputy Chairman of the Sovereign Council, urged Uganda to continue working closely with Khartoum to resolve the conflict internally, emphasizing a collaborative approach “within the African house.”
Beyond the firm stance on legitimacy, the visit marked a broader warming of relations. Reports indicate that the Sudanese government has offered land to Uganda in Khartoum to facilitate the construction of its permanent embassy premises. Furthermore, General Burhan has accepted an invitation to visit Kampala for further consultations with President Museveni. According to the Sovereign Council, Ambassador Ocwet confirmed that President Museveni intends to prioritize the resolution of the Sudanese conflict throughout his current presidential term, positioning Uganda as a primary mediator in the efforts to restore peace to the region.
