President Yoweri Kaguta Museveni has officially appointed former Inspector General of Government (IGG) Beti Kamya as a Senior Presidential Advisor on General Duties, sealing her return to the inner circles of State House.
The appointment was confirmed by Deputy Presidential Press Secretary Faruk Kirunda during the Bugweri campaign rally. Kirunda revealed that President Museveni signed the appointment on 31st October, directing the Ministry of Public Service to immediately formalize Kamya’s deployment.
Kamya, who will be turning 69 on November 30, steps into her new role just weeks after exiting the IGG office, a move that had sparked public speculation about her next political chapter especially after she was replaced by Justice Aisha Naluzze Batala.
From Corporate Star to Fierce Politician
Before joining politics, Kamya had already made her mark in Uganda’s corporate sector, serving in key positions at:
Uganda Leather and Tanning Industries
Nyanza Textiles
Uganda Breweries
Uganda Wildlife Education Centre (Executive Director)
These roles shaped the bold leadership style that later defined her public service and political life.
A Political Journey Full of Twists
Kamya entered national politics in the early 2000s under the Reform Agenda pressure group, quickly gaining attention for her fearless and outspoken nature. She was among the founding members of the Forum for Democratic Change (FDC) in 2004 and served as a special envoy to Dr. Kizza Besigye.
Known for her sharp critiques and warnings against sectarian politics, Kamya later shocked many when she crossed to the ruling NRM, praising President Museveni’s leadership and even promising to mobilize Kampala votes for him in 2021.
Although she lost the Kampala MP race, she went on to hold top government positions including:
Minister for Kampala
Minister of Lands, Housing & Urban Development
Inspector General of Government (2021–2024)
Still a Powerful Force in Ugandan Politics
Her latest appointment as Senior Presidential Advisor on General Duties confirms that Beti Kamya remains a significant and influential figure in Uganda’s political landscape.
