Will the Buganda kingdom tilt the vote against Museveni?

The article focuses on the political and economic influence of the Buganda kingdom in Uganda, highlighting its historical and contemporary role in national politics. It details internal divisions within the kingdom's leadership, particularly around the succession of Kabaka Ronald Muwenda Mutebi and the kingdom's stance toward the ruling National Resistance Movement (NRM) and opposition forces ahead of the 2026 elections. The kingdom has prioritized economic development and autonomy through ventures in coffee exports, media, property, and education, significantly increasing its budget and reinvesting in social projects. Key figures in Buganda's leadership, including Prime Minister Charles Peter Mayiga and finance minister Robert Wagwa Nsibirwa, navigate complex relations with the central government and political factions. The article also briefly covers related regional developments, including Ethiopia's renewed economic liberalization efforts and US engagement in African security and business diplomacy.