UgandaToday: Kadaga Airlifted to Nairobi for Specialized Treatment After Falling Ill
Kampala / Nairobi
Former Speaker of Parliament and current First Deputy Prime Minister and Minister for East African Community Affairs, Rt. Hon. Rebecca Alitwala Kadaga, has been airlifted to Aga Khan University Hospital in Nairobi, Kenya, for specialised medical treatment following a sudden illness.
According to credible sources within government, Kadaga fell ill shortly after returning to Uganda from official international engagements in Morocco and New York, where she had been representing the country at high-level diplomatic and multilateral meetings.
Medical Evacuation After Regional and Global Engagements
Sources familiar with the matter indicate that upon her return, Kadaga’s condition required urgent medical attention beyond what was immediately available locally, prompting a medical evacuation to Nairobi — a regional hub for advanced specialised care.
A photo circulating on social media, widely shared by concerned supporters and well-wishers, shows a patient receiving medical care in a hospital bed. Government officials, however, have urged the public to rely on official communication and avoid speculation regarding her condition.
Government Yet to Issue Detailed Statement
By the time of publication, the government had not released a detailed medical bulletin, though officials have described Kadaga’s situation as stable and under professional care.
Her office confirmed that she is receiving treatment at Aga Khan Hospital, a facility frequently used by East African leaders for specialised procedures and monitoring.
Outpouring of Support From Across the Political Divide
News of Kadaga’s illness has triggered an outpouring of messages wishing her a quick recovery from politicians, civil servants, diplomats, and citizens across party lines.
Kadaga, a seasoned lawyer and one of Uganda’s most influential female political figures, previously served as Speaker of Parliament from 2011 to 2021, earning regional recognition for her leadership within the Inter-Parliamentary Union (IPU) and the East African Legislative Assembly (EALA) processes.
A Veteran Leader in Regional Integration
In her current docket as Minister for East African Community Affairs, Kadaga has played a central role in advancing regional integration, trade harmonisation, and diplomatic engagement among EAC partner states.
Her temporary absence from active duty is expected to be managed within existing cabinet structures as she focuses on recovery.
UgandaToday Will Continue to Monitor Developments
UgandaToday will continue to follow the situation closely and provide updates as official information becomes available.
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