Kenya’s President William Ruto and government congratulated President Yoweri Kaguta Museveni on his re-election, describing his victory as a clear reflection of the trust Ugandans place in his leadership.
The message also commended Uganda for conducting a peaceful and competitive election and reaffirmed Kenya’s commitment to strengthening bilateral ties and advancing shared regional and continental priorities.
pic.twitter.com/4g5bvBoWZn— William Samoei Ruto, PhD (@WilliamsRuto) January 18, 2026
Following the formal pronouncement of your re-election as the President of the Republic of Uganda last evening, 17 January 2026, I convey, on behalf of the Government and people of the Republic of Kenya and my own behalf, my warm congratulations and best wishes to Your Excellency and to the great people of Uganda.
Your decisive victory at the just concluded competitive General Election reflects the trust that the people of the Republic of Uganda have in your personal leadership and the confidence enjoyed by the NRM party. I am certain your re-election reinvigorates Your Excellency’s resolve to accelerate the transformation of your country.
For undertaking a peaceful election, I sincerely commend the people of Uganda and all stakeholders in the electoral process, which attests to the democratic maturity of Uganda.
Dear Brother, our two countries enjoy deep fraternal bonds which will no doubt benefit from your unwavering commitment. I reaffirm the readiness of the Government of the Republic of Kenya to work with Your Excellency to advance our shared priorities for the mutual socio-economic benefit of the citizens of Kenya and Uganda as well as our region and the continent.
I wish Your Excellency success and good fortune as you embark on this sacred and high obligation.
Please accept, Excellency and Dear Brother, the assurances of my highest esteem.
