The Ugandan military has suspended all defence cooperation with Germany, citing allegations of subversive activity by the German ambassador.
Colonel Chris Magezi, spokesperson for the Uganda People’s Defence Force (UPDF), announced the decision Sunday, calling it a response to “credible intelligence reports.”
According to Magezi, Germany’s envoy to Uganda, Mathias Schauer, is suspected of engaging with “hostile pseudo political-military forces” working against the Ugandan government.
The statement, released on X (formerly Twitter), declared that all military and defence engagements with Germany are halted “with immediate effect.”
Magezi added the suspension would remain in place until a “full resolution” of the issue surrounding Schauer’s alleged actions.
The Ugandan government has not publicly disclosed details of the intelligence or the groups involved in the alleged activities.
There has been no official comment yet from the German government or Ambassador Schauer regarding the accusations.
This abrupt move marks a significant shift in Uganda’s diplomatic relations with Germany, traditionally a key European partner.
Observers warn the decision could have wider implications for regional stability and ongoing international cooperation in East Africa.
Tensions appear to be rising between Kampala and foreign diplomats amid growing scrutiny of Uganda’s internal political dynamics.
As the story unfolds, questions remain over the nature of the claims and their potential impact on Uganda’s foreign partnerships.