Sudan demands apology over  Gen Muhoozi’s comments

Sudan has officially demanded an apology from Uganda following controversial remarks made by General Muhoozi Kainerugaba, the son of Ugandan President Yoweri Museveni and Chief of UPDF.

In a series of now-deleted posts on X (formerly Twitter) on Tuesday, General Kainerugaba claimed he could “capture Khartoum” with the support of U.S. President-elect Donald Trump once he assumes office.

Sudan’s Foreign Ministry issued a statement on Wednesday, describing the comments as “offensive and dangerous.” The ministry called for an official apology from the Ugandan government and urged the African Union, regional organizations, and the international community to condemn the remarks.

“These statements are a clear threat to regional and international security and an insult to Africans,” the Sudanese Foreign Ministry said.

The remarks have sparked widespread outrage among Sudanese social media users, with many criticizing them as reckless and provocative. Sudan’s Foreign Ministry labeled the comments as “irresponsible,” stating that they violate international norms, bilateral respect, and the principles of sovereignty.

“The threat of war and the violation of state sovereignty, coupled with defiance of the United Nations and African Union charters, are too grave to be trivialized for personal publicity,” the statement added.

General Kainerugaba’s comments came a day after his visit to Ethiopia, where he met with Prime Minister Abiy Ahmed. While the purpose of the visit remains unclear, his statements have drawn significant attention, reigniting concerns about his history of controversial declarations.

Previously, Kainerugaba caused diplomatic tensions when he threatened to invade Kenya while serving as Uganda’s Land Forces Commander. The fallout from that incident led to his dismissal from the post, though he later assumed the role of Commander of the Uganda People’s Defence Forces.

Sudan’s government emphasized that Kainerugaba’s remarks deviate from the conduct expected of someone in his position. “These reckless comments reflect a troubling disregard for international law and norms governing relations between nations,” the ministry said.

As tensions simmer, Sudan’s demand for an apology underscores the potential for strained relations between the two countries. The incident has also raised concerns about the implications of such remarks on regional stability and international diplomacy.

The Ugandan government has yet to respond to Sudan’s demands.