President Faure Gnassingbé of Togo is set to embark on an official visit to Kampala this Tuesday, May 12, 2026, at the invitation of Ugandan leader Yoweri Kaguta Museveni. This high-level diplomatic mission aims to deepen the cooperative ties between Togo and Uganda.
key discussions on regional stability and integration
The Togolese head of state will hold a private meeting with President Museveni to address pressing issues such as regional peace, security challenges, and African unity. These discussions come at a critical time, with ongoing tensions in the Great Lakes region casting a shadow over stability in Africa.
witnessing Uganda’s presidential inauguration
Faure Gnassingbé will also attend the official swearing-in ceremony of Yoweri Museveni, who was re-elected in the general elections held on January 15. The event, scheduled in Uganda’s capital, will bring together African heads of state, government officials, and international delegates, underscoring the significance of the occasion.
consolidating africa’s diplomatic and security alliances
According to Togo’s presidency, this visit highlights the shared commitment of both nations to enhance political and diplomatic cooperation. Lomé and Kampala have a history of regular consultations on critical African security matters, including the prolonged armed conflicts and humanitarian crisis in the eastern Democratic Republic of the Congo.
The visit reaffirms Togo’s dedication to fostering dialogue, regional stability, and stronger interstate collaboration across the African continent.