Yoweri Kaguta Museveni has arrived in Arusha to attend the 25th Ordinary Summit of the Heads of State of the East African Community, a key meeting expected to shape the direction of cooperation and development within the region.
The summit, hosted in the United Republic of Tanzania, is being held under the theme “Deepening Integration for Improved Livelihoods of EAC Citizens.” Leaders from partner states are gathering to discuss strategies aimed at strengthening unity and creating better opportunities for citizens across East Africa.
On his arrival in Arusha, President Museveni was received by a delegation of senior officials from both Tanzania and Uganda. The welcoming team was led by Patrobas Katambi, Tanzania’s Minister of Home Affairs, together with Dennis Londo, the country’s Deputy Minister of Industry and Trade.
The reception was also attended by a number of government officials from Tanzania, including Samwel Shelukindo, Permanent Secretary in the Ministry of Foreign Affairs. Others present were Mindi Kasiga and Robert Mbwasi, who serves as Deputy Permanent Secretary in the Ministry of Industry and Trade.
From the Ugandan side, the delegation included John Mulimba, Minister of State for Foreign Affairs in charge of Regional Affairs. His presence reflects Uganda’s strong interest in regional cooperation and diplomatic engagement within the East African bloc.
Also accompanying the Ugandan delegation were Fred Mwesigye, Uganda’s High Commissioner to Tanzania, Anne Katusiime, Head of the Uganda Consulate in Arusha, and Ronald Bigirwa, the UPDF Defence Advisor based in Tanzania.
During the summit, heads of state will assess progress made in major regional integration pillars such as trade, infrastructure expansion, and economic growth. The leaders are also expected to exchange ideas on how to strengthen partnerships that can boost development and prosperity in the region.
President Museveni’s presence at the summit demonstrates Uganda’s continued support for the goals of the East African Community. Through such engagements, the country seeks to contribute to building a stronger, more integrated region that delivers tangible benefits to its citizens.
