The President of Togo, Faure Gnassingbé, concluded an official visit to Kampala, Uganda on Tuesday, May 12, 2026, marking a significant moment in bilateral relations. The Togolese leader attended the swearing-in ceremony of Yoweri Museveni, who secured re-election in the January 15 general elections, reinforcing his decades-long leadership.

The inauguration, themed “Safeguarding achievements and advancing toward upper-middle-income status”, drew global attention. African heads of state, alongside high-level delegations from Europe, Asia, and the Americas, gathered to witness the historic event.

Regional security priorities take center stage

During the visit, Faure Gnassingbé extended his congratulations to Yoweri Museveni, expressing his wishes for a successful new term. In response, the Ugandan President praised the Togolese leader’s attendance, highlighting it as a testament to the robust cooperation between Lomé and Kampala.

Discussions also focused on pressing security challenges in the Great Lakes region. As the African Union’s special envoy for the crisis in Eastern Democratic Republic of the Congo, Gnassingbé underscored Togo’s commitment to fostering dialogue among regional stakeholders to achieve a lasting resolution to the conflict.

Togo reaffirms its role in African peacebuilding

Yoweri Museveni commended Togo’s diplomatic approach, recognizing its emphasis on dialogue and peaceful conflict resolution. The visit underscores Togo’s dedication to playing an active role in Africa’s regional integration and collective security initiatives.