In brief
Uganda has decided to withdraw from the Invictus Games, the annual competition for wounded veterans run by Prince Harry, after just two months of announcing participation. The move was announced by General Muhoozi Kainerugaba on X and stated to avoid being perceived as opposing King Charles III, with the Ugandan government confirming the decision could change. The withdrawal follows a letter from the king clarifying that Prince Harry and Meghan are no longer working royals, and a Times report that quoted the general’s concerns over the “Harry‑Meghan nonsense.” Royal sources say the king supports projects helping wounded service members, and the Invictus organisers have not received formal confirmation of Uganda’s exit. Uganda, which joined the Games when Prince Harry promoted the event in London, will likely miss the 2024 Birmingham event.
Uganda is pulling out of the Invictus Games, the annual sporting event for wounded veterans organised by Prince Harry, only two months after officially announcing participation.
General Muhoozi Kainerugaba, chief of defence and son of the president, announced the decision on his X account.
He said the withdrawal is “in order not to be construed as being opposed to His Majesty King Charles III,” adding that Uganda would not take part in any activity without the king’s approval.
Government spokesman Alan Kasujja confirmed that any change in the general’s stance would be announced globally.
The announcement follows a letter from the king that clarified Prince Harry and Meghan are no longer working royals, and a Times report that quoted the general’s concern about the “Harry‑Meghan nonsense.”
Royal sources have said the king encourages projects supporting wounded service personnel and the Invictus organisers have said it has not received any official notice of Uganda’s withdrawal.
Gen. Kainerugaba’s earlier X posts included a boast about being the most handsome, daring and glorious commander and a raucous reaction to other generals dancing without his permission.
Uganda, which became the 26th country to participate when Prince Harry promoted the event in London, reportedly will not join the 2024 event in Birmingham.
