I Can No Longer Keep Silent, Ugandans Need Change– Another UPDF Soldier Speaks Out Against Museveni

A young Uganda People's Defence Forces (UPDF) soldier has sparked political debate after appearing in a TikTok video in which he called for change in Uganda and criticised remaining silent when things are going wrong.

In the video, the soldier expressed his concerns about the country's situation, saying he could no longer keep his views to himself. His remarks have attracted attention because they come from a member of the national army, an institution whose officers and personnel are expected to observe rules governing political conduct.

"I can no longer keep silent, the truth is that Ugandans need change," the soldier said, openly expressing his belief that the country needs a different direction.

He went further to argue that staying silent in the face of problems is itself wrong, suggesting that citizens have a responsibility to speak up when they believe things are not going well.

"Actually, it's a crime to remain silent when you see things are wrong," he stated in the video, describing silence as unacceptable when people witness challenges affecting their country.

The soldier's comments have drawn interest amid ongoing political discussions about leadership, governance and the future of Uganda. His message also raises questions about the role of serving military personnel in public political debates.

Although the video has been described as a warning to President Yoweri Museveni, the soldier's statements, as provided, focus mainly on the need for change and the importance of speaking out. There is no further information confirming the circumstances in which the video was recorded or the soldier's identity.

The video adds to public conversations about political expression and the country's future, with the soldier's remarks likely to attract different reactions from Ugandans who support change and those who disagree with his views.