Prominent Ugandan Business Tycoons Sudhir Ruparelia Officially Endorse Gen. Muhoozi Kainerugaba's Presidential Bid

KAMPALA, UGANDA - In a major development shaping Uganda’s future political and economic landscape, two of the country’s most prominent business moguls, Dr. Sudhir Ruparelia and Mr. Godfrey Kirumira, have officially declared their support for Chief of Defence Forces, Gen. Muhoozi Kainerugaba, as their preferred choice for the next President of Uganda.

The formal endorsement took place on Monday, September 7, 2026, at the Patriotic League of Uganda (PLU) headquarters in Kampala. Visual documentation released by PLU representative Henry Basaliza showed Dr. Ruparelia and Mr. Kirumira—Chairman of the Kwagalana Group—signing official strategic documents backed by prominent PLU branding.

In a statement following the signing, Basaliza expressed deep appreciation for the tycoons' commitment, describing their backing as a monumental expression of confidence from the private sector in Gen. Muhoozi’s leadership, long-term national vision, and dedication to Uganda's stability.

"Thank you, Mr. Godfrey Kirumira and Mr. Sudhir Ruparelia, for joining our cause and endorsing Gen. Muhoozi Kainerugaba as the next President of Uganda," Basaliza stated.

"Together, we remain united in building a stronger, more prosperous, and patriotic Uganda."

As Uganda navigates the discussions surrounding its upcoming leadership transition, the endorsement by these two billionaire corporate pillars signals a powerful alignment between Gen. Muhoozi's political platform and the country's primary financial stakeholders.

Corporate analysts view this alliance as a move to secure economic continuity, investor confidence, and private-sector growth ahead of the 2031 electoral roadmap.

Gen. Muhoozi Kainerugaba, the First Son and head of the nation's military forces, has increasingly solidified his support base through the Patriotic League of Uganda, drawing widespread endorsements from youth organizations, political mobilizers, and now the highest echelons of Uganda’s business community.

The Patriotic League of Uganda is a civic and political organization dedicated to promoting patriotism, national unity, and socio-economic transformation across Uganda, championing the visionary leadership and developmental principles of Gen. Muhoozi Kainerugaba.