First Lady Janet Kataaha Museveni is expected to make her first public appearance in five months on August 23, 2026, after staying away from public events while recovering from an undisclosed health condition.
She will attend the consecration ceremony of her daughter, Pastor Patience Rwabwogo, who is set to be installed as a bishop of Covenant Nations Churches in Uganda and beyond.
According to the programme shared by Rwabwogo, President Yoweri Kaguta Museveni and First Lady Janet Museveni are listed as guests of honour at the ceremony scheduled for Covenant Hill in Maya.
The event will mark Rwabwogo’s elevation to the episcopal office and also celebrate the 20th anniversary of Covenant Nations Church, a ministry she founded and leads.
American evangelist Bishop Dr LaDonna Osborn will serve as the main celebrant, while Nigerian cleric Pastor Enoch Adejare Adeboye and his wife, Pastor Folu Adeboye, are expected among the special guests.
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Janet Museveni’s Long Absence From Public Events
Mrs Museveni’s expected appearance will be her first public engagement since March 20, 2026.
On that day, she attended a fundraising event at Seeta College in Mukono District to support the construction of a science block and laboratory. A day later, President Museveni said his wife experienced a serious health crisis.
Since then, Mrs Museveni has stayed away from public events while receiving medical attention and recovering.
Her absence was noticed during several major national occasions, including President Museveni’s swearing-in ceremony at Kololo Independence Grounds on May 12, 2026.
The lack of public appearances led to widespread concern among Ugandans, with many waiting for updates about her condition.
President Museveni Gives Health Update
President Yoweri Museveni provided the first major public update about his wife’s health on June 24, 2026, while celebrating her 78th birthday.
He said Janet Museveni had faced a serious medical challenge but was recovering with the help of doctors and through prayer
“Three months ago, on the 21st of March, 2026, launched an attack on the life of Maama. However, it miscalculated,” Museveni said.
He added that God, through medical professionals, helped save her life and that she was recovering well.
The First Lady has not publicly revealed details about the illness that forced her to step away from official duties.
Public Awaits First lady’s Return
Her planned appearance at the bishop consecration ceremony is expected to attract significant public attention as it will be the first time Ugandans see her since the health scare.
Many people are expected to welcome her return after months away from public engagements.
Janet Museveni’s return to the public eye will be closely watched by Ugandans who have followed updates about her recovery. The August 23 ceremony is expected to become a significant moment as the First Lady resumes public engagements after months away.
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written by @enock katamba
- Enock Katamba is a Ugandan Journalist and Founder of Uncovered UG, an independent digital news platform covering Uganda and international developments. He reports on politics, national affairs, entertainment, sports, business, education and other stories of public interest.
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