< The Embassy of the Russian Federation in Uganda has extended warm birthday wishes to President Yoweri Kaguta Museveni as he marked his 82nd birthday on September 15, 2026.

In a post shared on its official X account, the Russian Embassy stated: “Embassy of the Russian Federation in the Republic of Uganda would like to extend its sincere and heartfelt congratulations to H.E. Yoweri Kaguta Museveni, President of the Republic of Uganda, on the occasion of His birthday.”

The message was accompanied by a photograph showing President Museveni shaking hands with Russian President Vladimir Putin, with the Ugandan flag visible in the background. The image highlights the ongoing diplomatic engagement between the two countries.

President Museveni, who has led Uganda since 1986, continues to maintain close ties with Russia. The relationship includes cooperation in areas such as education, health, trade, and security. Recent collaboration has involved Russian support during Uganda’s Ebola response efforts earlier this year.

The birthday message drew positive reactions from several Ugandans online, with some recalling historical educational exchanges between the two nations and expressing appreciation for the continued friendship.

The Russian Embassy’s greeting forms part of regular diplomatic outreach as bilateral relations between Uganda and Russia remain active.