Oryem Henry Okello

🇺🇬🇩🇪DAY 3 | At ITB Berlin, Uganda highlighted the powerful link between tourism & agriculture sharing the rich aroma of our world-class coffee while inviting the world to experience the Pearl of Africa. A blend of hospitality, heritage & opportunity. #ExploreUganda #PearlofAfrica. #ITBBerlin2026 #PearlOfAfrica #InvestInUganda #ECD #VisitUganda

Man of the people, and Experienced Hon Minister @okelloryem with President Museveni met newly accredited ambassadors from Qatar, Cuba, Sahrawi Arab Democratic Republic, Israel, Spain, & Angola at State House, reaffirming Uganda’s commitment to stronger ties and cooperation.

Security Notice to all Ugandan Citizens in the Islamic Republic of Iran: 1. The Government of Uganda is monitoring the situation in the Middle East with grave concern. 2. The Government of Uganda calls on all parties to exercise restraint, prioritize dialogue, and refrain from any further escalation. 3. In light of the escalating Security situation, all Ugandan citizens in the territory of Iran, who can, are advised to take serious precautions for their safety and leave Iran through any possible means. 4. The Government of Uganda has taken the decision to withdraw all non-essential staff from the Embassy in Tehran for their safety. Consular services are severely limited for the time being as alternative arrangements are put in place. 5. Ugandans who are staying in the country are urged to alert community leaders of their whereabouts, stay indoors and monitor media for developments. Information about evacuations will be limited until the situation normalizes 6. Due to the extremely fluid situation that is affecting international travel, all Ugandan citizens are strongly advised to suspend travel to the Middle East until further notice. Bagiire Vincent Waiswa PERMANENT SECRETARY MINISTRY OF FOREIGN AFFAIRS 28/02/2026

Highlights from engagements held earlier today in Kenya between the Ugandan delegation, led by Prime Minister @R_Nabbanja, and Diplomatic Missions and Development Institutions that are non-resident in Uganda but serve the country from Nairobi @mofpedU @UgandaMFA @GovUganda

🇷🇺🤝🇺🇬H.E. @VladSemivolos, Ambassador of the Russian Federation paid a courtesy call to Hon. @okelloryem,State Minister for Foreign Affairs (International Affairs). Amb. Vladlen announced the World Public Summit–Africa, set for July 2026, advancing shared development, strategic trust & practical cooperation across trade, energy, innovation and education. A timely platform for investment, partnerships and strengthened multilateral engagement between Russia and Africa.

🌍 To industrialize Africa, ban raw mineral exports: Ugandan Minister of State for Foreign Affairs on sidelines of 39th AU Summit Many African minerals are exploited by "external players" and shipped raw to the West, Henry Oryem Okello (@okelloryem) told Sputnik Africa. 👉 To change this, he said, "a quick decision should be taken, just like in Uganda," to export only locally processed products.

The Government of Uganda has announced plans to repatriate up to 500 Ugandans stranded in Cambodia

🇺🇬🤝🇪🇹 Earlier today, H.E. @EtsegenetYimenu, Ambassador of the @ETEmbassyKLA, paid a courtesy call on Hon. @okelloryem , Minister of State for Foreign Affairs (International Affairs). Discussions underscored Ethiopia’s strategic role in East Africa & the Horn, with Uganda reaffirming its strong support for Ethiopia, including on the GERD as a key driver of development and regional progress.

ICYMI: Yesterday, Hon. Oryem Henry Okello, Minister of State for Foreign Affairs (International Affairs), received H.E. Witjaksono Adji, Ambassador of the Republic of Indonesia to Kenya and concurrently accredited to Uganda, who presented copies of his credentials. The Ambassador expressed Indonesia’s interest in strengthening cooperation with Uganda in areas such as mineral development, education, and agricultural research. Hon. Oryem welcomed the initiative, highlighting Uganda’s vast mineral potential and trade opportunities, and commended Indonesia’s scholarship programs benefiting Ugandan students and civil servants. He further encouraged more Asian investors and tourists to explore Uganda’s opportunities and reaffirmed Uganda’s commitment to deepening bilateral relations through enhanced collaboration, including the establishment of a Joint Permanent Commission. 🇺🇬🤝🇮🇩 #NAMMinisterial2025

ICYMI: Hon. Oryem Henry Okello, Minister of State for Foreign Affairs (International Affairs), held bilateral talks with H.E. Charles C. Jose, Vice Minister of Foreign Affairs of the Philippines. 🇵🇭 H.E. Jose congratulated Uganda on the successful NAM Chairmanship and commended its efforts in keeping the Movement relevant. He appreciated Uganda’s support for the Philippines’ candidature to the UN Security Council (2027–2028) and pledged reciprocal support for Uganda’s future bids. He also noted that the Philippines would share a concept note with Uganda on labour and migration cooperation. Hon. Oryem reaffirmed Uganda’s commitment to strengthening NAM and leaving a lasting legacy. 🤝🇺🇬#NAMMinisterial2025

ICYMI: Yesterday, Hon. Oryem Henry Okello, Minister of State for Foreign Affairs (International Affairs), held bilateral talks with H.E. Vijavat Isarabhakdi, Vice Minister of Foreign Affairs of Thailand 🇹🇭. H.E. Isarabhakdi congratulated Uganda on its NAM Chairmanship and commended its leadership in Africa, expressing Thailand’s commitment to revitalizing its Africa initiative and strengthening collaboration between both countries’ private sectors. Hon. Oryem applauded Thailand’s NAM participation and proposed enhancing cooperation in investment, tourism, and training opportunities, including scholarships for Ugandan civil servants. He also invited Thai investors to explore opportunities in Uganda’s mineral sector and commercial diplomacy initiatives.#NAMMinisterial2025

ICYMI: Yesterday, Hon. Oryem Henry Okello, Minister of State for Foreign Affairs (International Affairs), held bilateral discussions with H.E. Sabine Sparwasser, the Special Envoy of Germany. The meeting underscored the longstanding partnership and mutual respect between Uganda and Germany. H.E. Sparwasser expressed gratitude to Uganda for its support in voting for Germany’s candidature to the United Nations Security Council, and further commended Uganda’s commendable role in managing the refugee crisis and promoting regional security. In his remarks, Hon. Oryem reaffirmed Uganda’s appreciation of the cordial relations shared with Germany, emphasizing the importance of continued collaboration in areas of peace, development, and humanitarian response. He further highlighted Uganda’s firm belief in Pan-Africanism as a guiding ideology for unity, self-reliance, and collective security across the continent, aligning with Uganda’s broader national and regional interests.#NAMMinisterial2025

“We need to mobilize international finance, to forge meaningful partnerships & build public infrastructure. This is important for East Africa, which as a unified region, can present a stronger collective voice on the global stage.” @okelloryem - Minister of State Foreign Affairs

Hon. @okelloryem, Minister of State for Foreign Affairs (International Affairs), met with Mr. @kediromarICRC , Head of Regional Delegation of @ICRCUganda. They discussed bilateral issues and diplomatic cooperation with Uganda

Gen. Salim Saleh in his address, our diplomats must synchronize with Uganda’s national interests. This requires deeper coordination, strategic planning, and alignment between the Foreign Service and the Ministry of Foreign Affairs. #UgandaMFA #AmbConf2025.

The Minister of State for Foreign Affairs (International Affairs), Hon. @okelloryem today met with H.E. Sasayama Takuya, Ambassador of Japan to Uganda, at the Ministry Headquarters in Kampala. The meeting focused on strengthening bilateral relations and Uganda’s preparations for the upcoming 9th Tokyo International Conference on African Development (TICAD IX), scheduled to take place from 20th to 22nd August 2025 in Yokohama, Japan.

Transformative development: Minister of State for International Affairs, Hon. @okelloryem this morning presided over the official launch of the Postgraduate Diploma in Diplomacy and International Relations at the Uganda Management Institute.

RT @Jdmugerwa: Your Excellency, Amb. Tonnes I am extremely honored and wish to express my heartfelt gratitude to you and Hon.@okelloryem f…

Our 🇬🇧 government is serious about putting economic growth 📈 at the heart of our partnerships. Pleased our Foreign Secretary was able to meet with Hon Okello @okelloryem at the British Chamber of Conference gathering in London last week. Watch the video to find out more!

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