Uganda Pulls Out of Invictus Games
In a swift turn of events, General Muhoozi Kainerugaba, Uganda’s Chief of Defence, announced on the social‑media platform X that the country is withdrawing from the 2026 Invictus Games, a competition that celebrates the perseverance of wounded military personnel.
The decision was justified by the general as being “in order not to be construed as being opposed to His Majesty King Charles III”. The withdrawal came just two months after Uganda had confirmed its participation, following a public announcement by Prince Harry that the nation would join the Games.
Alpha Kasujja, a spokesperson for the Ugandan government, confirmed the statement, noting that it mirrors the general’s official position and would be communicated to the world if it changes.
The move has been interpreted as a diplomatic gesture. A recent letter on behalf of King Charles clarifying that Prince Harry and Meghan are no longer working royals appears to have influenced the decision, a claim echoed by reports from The Times that the general was “concerned about the Harry‑Meghan nonsense”.
Despite the withdrawal, the King’s stance on supporting projects for wounded service personnel remains supportive, according to royal sources. An official Invictus Games spokesperson said they had not received formal confirmation of Uganda’s exit and were awaiting clarification from Ugandan officials.
Uganda was set to become the 26th country to participate in the Games, which will be held next year in Birmingham, England.
