Apart from making waves in the entertainment and business circles globally, American singer Beyonce Knowles-Carter is also making waves in General Muhoozi Kainerugaba’s life.

The acclaimed singer has attracted the attention of Uganda’s Chief of Defence Forces&nbsp;of the&nbsp;Uganda People’s Defence Forces (UPDF).

Apparently, the general has been waiting for her and is now wondering how much longer he has to wait.

Kainerugaba who is Uganda President Yoweri Museveni’s son is not new to making controversial statements and this time he let his thoughts on Beyonce known, sparking controversy.

He took to social media wondering how much longer he has to wait for the renowned global star.

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Kainerugaba wrote on X on December 28, wondering if the singer has an idea of how many cows he has, presumably for paying her dowry.

Gen Muhoozi Kainerugaba and his wife Charlotte at a wedding

<blockquote>“But how long will I wait for Beyonce? Does she know how many cows I have?”</blockquote>

<h3>Muhoozi Kainerugaba ignites diplomatic tiff with Sudan</h3>

Just before Christmas (on December 21, 2024) Muhoozi sparked a diplomatic tiff with Sudan with his controversial tweets on taking over Sudan’s capital.

Khartoum responded swiftly by demanding an apology for the “irresponsible” comments.

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Notably, Gen Muhoozi made similar comments on seizing Nairobi on 20 January 2023 in a tweet that has since been deleted, with the two sister states not making much of the tweet that turned out to be empty rhetoric.

<blockquote>"I will capture Nairobi for sure! That's my hometown. If any Kenyan tries to prevent me. He'll be soup! We will drink him for dinner. My father can sack me again if he wants. </blockquote>

<blockquote>Some Kenyans fear us because they know our military is greater than theirs. Our Army can capture Nairobi in 1 week!</blockquote>

<h3>Rise in military and political circles</h3>

His rise in military and government circles sparked speculation that his father may be grooming him for a higher role in government, including the presidency.

READ: <a target="_blank" class="editor-link" href="https://www.pulselive.co.ke/articles/news/local/i-will-capture-nairobi-for-sure-my-father-can-sack-me-musevenis-son-general-muhoozi-2024072907200732076">I will capture Nairobi for sure, my father can sack me - General Muhoozi</a>

On March 15 at 11:22 pm, General posted on X that he would vie for the presidency in 2026.

The post which has since been deleted sparked controversy as his father's party had endorsed the incumbent for the presidency in 2026, but gave a glimpse of the General’s political ambitions.

<blockquote>There is no Opposition in Uganda. There is only Truth and Lies! The time for people to choose between them is fast approaching. How many agree with me that our time has come? Enough of the old people ruling us. Dominating us. It's time for our generation to shine. Retweet and like.</blockquote>

<blockquote>You have wanted me to say it forever! Okay, in the name of Jesus Christ my God, in the name of all the young people of Uganda and the world, and in the name of our great revolution, I will stand for the Presidency in 2026!</blockquote>

He is the chairman of the Patriotic League of Uganda, a lobby group that is in support of his presidency.

His career in the military has seen him serve in several positions, including as commander of the Special Forces Command (SFC), Ugandan Military’s special operations unit.

Apart from his role in the army, Kainerugaba was also appointed a Senior Presidential Adviser for Special Operations in 2021.

Apparently, General Muhoozi Kainerugaba has been waiting for Beyonce and is now wondering how much longer he has to wait.

Muhoozi Kainerugaba eyes Beyonce, sparks controversy by declaring what he has to offer

Charles Ouma

Ugandan President Yoweri Museveni’s son, General Muhoozi Kainerugaba has waded into the recent invasion of Northlands farm owned by retired President Uhuru Kenyatta’s family.

The General threatened to lead Uganda People's Defence Forces (UPDF) track down the goons who stormed the&nbsp;farm and made away with livestock and other valuables and leaving behind a raging&nbsp;inferno at the expansive farm.

Taking to social media on Saturday, Muhoozi who described the retired Kenyan President as his brother expressed his displeasure at the development and threatening to beat the hooligans to pulp.

“My big brother's farm was attacked by hooligans the other day. We will send UPDF to protect him. We will beat those hooligans to a pulp!” General Muhoozi wrote on Twitter.

READ:<a href="https://www.pulselive.co.ke/news/local/i-will-capture-nairobi-for-sure-my-father-can-sack-me-musevenis-son-general-muhoozi/43jb409"> I will capture Nairobi for sure, my father can sack me - General Muhoozi</a>

<div class="embed"><blockquote class="twitter-tweet">My big brother&#39;s farm was attacked by hooligans the other day. We will send UPDF to protect him. We will beat those hooligans to pulp! <a href="https://t.co/45cMykmGS3">pic.twitter.com/45cMykmGS3</a>&mdash; Muhoozi Kainerugaba (@mkainerugaba) <a href="https://twitter.com/mkainerugaba/status/1642068443313610752?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">April 1, 2023</a></blockquote>
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He took his claims a step further alleging that the neighbouring nation would send UPDF to provide security to the retired president.

"I asked Mzee to deploy me as the OC (Officer Commanding) at Northlands. All we need is 200 UPDF soldiers to bring order. He asked me why? I told him that Kenyans need a good beating. He refused." Muhoozi continued.

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Last year, General Muhoozi took to Twitter in an outburst in which he threatened to capture Nairobi.

"I will capture Nairobi for sure! That's my hometown. If any Kenyan tries to prevent me. He'll be soup! We will drink him for dinner. My father can sack me again if he wants,"&nbsp;read the deleted tweet.

The general alleged that some Kenyans fear Uganda’s army, which according to him, is far superior to Kenya’s and can capture Nairobi in a week.

Uganda President Yoweri Museveni's son Muhoozi Kainerugaba has threatened that UPDF will take over to protect retired President Uhuru Kenyatta and track down those who invaded Northlands Farm who they will beat to a pulp

We will send UPDF to protect Uhuru - Museveni’s son Muhoozi threatens

Fabian Simiyu

On March 15 at 11:22 pm, General Muhoozi Kainerugaba, the son of Ugandan President Yoweri Museveni, tweeted that he would vie for the presidency in 2026.

However, he deleted the post 10 hours later, causing mixed reactions online, as his father's party had endorsed the incumbent for the presidency in 2026. This led to speculation about whether he would vie against his own father.

Muhoozi started by stating that it was time for young and fresh blood to rule Uganda, and for the current generation to shine.

READ: <a href="https://www.pulselive.co.ke/news/world/muhoozi-supporters-endorse-museveni-for-2026-presidency/tt5lhfx">Muhoozi supporters endorse Museveni for 2026 presidency</a>

He tweeted, "There is no Opposition in Uganda. There is only Truth and Lies! The time for people to choose between them is fast approaching. How many agree with me that our time has come? Enough of the old people ruling us. Dominating us. It's time for our generation to shine. Retweet and like."

He then directly linked himself to the top seat in 2026, saying that people had been pressuring him to run for the powerful post and that he chose to use Twitter to convey the message.

He tweeted, "You have wanted me to say it forever! Okay, in the name of Jesus Christ my God, in the name of all the young people of Uganda and the world, and in the name of our great revolution, I will stand for the Presidency in 2026!"

President Yoweri Museveni (left) and Muhoozi Kainerugaba

The tweet had 139K views by the time he deleted it, but he added another tweet to show that he was serious about his intention to vie for the most powerful seat in Uganda.

<h3>How Museveni's family has ruled Uganda for 37 years</h3>

President Yoweri Museveni has been in power in Uganda since 1986 and has not shown any intention of stepping down from the top office.

Each election year in Uganda has been mired in controversy, with Museveni's opponents claiming rigging in the last 30 years.

Museveni has appointed close relatives to key positions in his government, keeping his family close to his heart.

For instance, Muhoozi was appointed as the commander of the Special Forces Command (SFC) from 2008 to 2017.

He returned to the post from 2020 to 2021 and was later moved to head the Uganda People's Defence Forces from June 2021 to October 2022.

However, he was withdrawn from the top post after making controversial tweets in which he stated <a href="https://www.pulselive.co.ke/news/local/muhoozi-kainerugaba-causes-storm-after-controversial-posts-about-kenya/ybbtt1p">that he would capture Nairobi.</a>

Museveni's wife is also a member of his government, serving as Uganda's Cabinet Minister of Education and Sports.

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