But opposition leaders, critics and others eager for change say his rise is leading the East African country toward hereditary rule. Because Ugandan law prohibits a serving military officer from engaging in partisan affairs, some say Kainerugaba has already crossed the line. A Ugandan attorney last week filed a petition with the Constitutional Court seeking a declaration that Kainerugaba's political activities are unlawful. Bobi Wine, the popular singer who challenged Museveni in elections last year, accuses Kainerugaba's security agents of torture. Kainerugaba's public events, he said, are aimed at "testing the waters" as Museveni gauges public support for family rule.

Source: Ethiopian News May 09, 2022 05:18 UTC