Uganda’s military chief says the country is pulling out of the Invictus Games, a sports event for wounded veteran soldiers, just two months after it announced its participation.
The decision was made by General Muhoozi Kainerugaba, son of President Yoweri Museveni and chief of defence, who posted the announcement on the social‑media platform X.
In a post that quoted the King’s letter, the general said: “In order not to be construed as being opposed to His Majesty King Charles III of the United Kingdom, whom we deeply revere, Uganda hereby withdraws from the Invictus Games.”
He added: “We shall not participate in anything that does not have His Majesty’s approval.”
Government spokesman Alan Kasujja confirmed the remarks, saying the UPDF’s participation in the Games is decided by the general, and that any change would be announced by him.
The regretful announcement follows a July announcement by Prince Harry, announcing Uganda’s intention to compete in next year’s games in Birmingham—making Uganda the 26th country to join the event. The letter from King Charles clarified that Harry and Meghan are not working royals, a point that apparently raised concerns for the Ugandan leader.
The Invictus Games organisers stated that they have not received any official notification of a withdrawal and are seeking confirmation from Ugandan contacts. They remain hopeful that a resolution could be found before the international event opens.
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