Judith Nabakooba has made a notable return to Uganda’s Cabinet after being reappointed as Minister for Lands and Urban Development in the latest government reshuffle by President Yoweri Museveni. Her comeback places her once again at the centre of one of the country’s most sensitive and important ministries, which deals with land ownership, urban planning, and development issues affecting millions of Ugandans.
In her message shared on social media platform X (formerly Twitter), Nabakooba expressed deep gratitude to President Yoweri Museveni, whom she referred to by his official handle @KagutaMuseveni. She thanked him for trusting her again with the responsibility of leading the Lands and Urban Development docket. She also pledged to serve the country with renewed commitment, integrity, and focus, promising to continue working toward improving the lives of Ugandans.
She further acknowledged her political party, the National Resistance Movement, expressing appreciation for its continued support. In her statement, she highlighted her determination to strengthen service delivery in the lands sector, an area often challenged by land disputes, urban growth pressures, and concerns over transparency in land administration.
Her reappointment signals confidence from the government in her previous performance and experience in public service. Nabakooba has previously held key government positions, and her return to the Lands Ministry suggests continuity in ongoing reforms and policies aimed at improving land management systems and urban development planning.
As she steps back into office, expectations remain high from citizens who are looking for improved land governance, faster service delivery, and clearer systems for land ownership. Nabakooba’s renewed pledge sets the tone for what many will watch closely as Uganda’s urban landscape continues to expand and evolve.
