Moses Kibombo Ssentongo

President of the Confederation of Ugandans in Southern Africa

[Moses Kibombo Ssentongo @mkibombo1]

I also pay tribute to the Ugandan community leaders and volunteers across the 9 provinces of South Africa, who worked tirelessly to identify vulnerable Ugandans, provide shelter, mobilise support, and coordinate with Government throughout this challenging period. Your selflessness made a real difference.

To our brothers and sisters who have returned home, we wish you strength and courage as you begin a new chapter. While many have lost businesses, employment and personal belongings, we believe that with resilience, family support and the opportunities available back home, brighter days lie ahead.

[Moses Kibombo Ssentongo @mkibombo1]

Yesterday, we witnessed the successful conclusion of Phase I of the voluntary repatriation of Ugandan nationals from South Africa with the safe arrival of the final group at Entebbe International Airport.

As the Confederation of Ugandans in Southern Africa (COUSA), we are deeply grateful that hundreds of our fellow Ugandans who were affected by the recent unrest have now safely returned home to reunite with their families and begin rebuilding their lives.

[Moses Kibombo Ssentongo @mkibombo1]

This has been an extraordinary demonstration of what can be achieved when leadership, diplomacy and community come together.

We extend our sincere appreciation to H.E. President Yoweri Kaguta Museveni for his decisive intervention, the Rt. Hon. Prime Minister Robinah Nabbanja, the Ministry of Foreign Affairs, the @UgEmbassySA led by H.E. Amb. @AmoruPaul, the UPDF, Uganda Airlines, the Government of South Africa, and all partner agencies whose dedication made this operation possible.

[Uganda High Commission | Pretoria @UgEmbassySA]

At exactly 23:45hrs EAT, 153 Ugandan nationals voluntary repatriated from Cape Town, South Africa safely landed at Entebbe International Airport.

The flight also transported the remains of one Ugandan national who tragically lost their life during the recent violence associated with protests against foreign nationals in South Africa.

The group was welcomed by officials from @UgandaMFA led by @d_ogwang and Col. @ChrisOMagezi representing the CDF Gen. @mkainerugaba and the UPDF fraternity.

@ubctvuganda @UgandaMediaCent @GCICUganda @mkainerugaba @mkibombo1 @DailyMonitor @d_ogwang @observerug @newvisionwire @nyamadon @MKarekye @AmoruPaul @ChrisOMagezi @mkainerugaba @kasujja @MauriceMugisha

[Amb. Paul Amoru @AmoruPaul]

I want to thank H.E. @KagutaMuseveni, the CDF @mkainerugaba, Rt. Hon. @R_Nabbanja, @UgandaMFA, UPDF, @UG_Airlines, @GovernmentZA, Ugandan community leaders in 🇿🇦 and the entire team at @UgEmbassySA for their unwavering support and dedication throughout this operation.

To every Ugandan who placed their trust in us, welcome home. 🇺🇬❤️✈️

@ubctvuganda @UgandaMediaCent @GCICUganda @mkainerugaba @mkibombo1 @DailyMonitor @d_ogwang @observerug @newvisionwire @nyamadon @MKarekye @AmoruPaul @ChrisOMagezi @mkainerugaba @kasujja @MauriceMugisha

[Uganda High Commission | Pretoria @UgEmbassySA]

Late last night, @GovUganda successfully concluded Phase I of the voluntary repatriation exercise with the arrival of 221 Ugandan nationals from Johannesburg at Entebbe International Airport.

The arrival marked the completion of a coordinated humanitarian operation that saw 1,102Ugandan nationals voluntarily evacuated from Johannesburg, Durban and Cape Town following the recent unrests in South Africa.

@ubctvuganda @UgandaMediaCent @GCICUganda @mkainerugaba @mkibombo1 @DailyMonitor @d_ogwang @observerug @newvisionwire @nyamadon @MKarekye @AmoruPaul @ChrisOMagezi @mkainerugaba @kasujja @MauriceMugisha

[Uganda High Commission | Pretoria @UgEmbassySA]

At exactly 11:20pm EAT, a @UG_Airlines chartered flight from Johannesburg, safely landed at Entebbe International Airport carrying 219 Ugandan nationals, accompanied by H.E. Amb. @AmoruPaul, Uganda’s High Commissioner to the Republic of South Africa.

@ubctvuganda @UgandaMediaCent @GCICUganda @mkainerugaba @mkibombo1 @DailyMonitor @d_ogwang @observerug @newvisionwire @nyamadon @MKarekye @AmoruPaul @ChrisOMagezi @mkainerugaba @kasujja @MauriceMugisha

[Uganda High Commission | Pretoria @UgEmbassySA]

With tonight’s arrival of 153 Ugandan Nationals, @GovUganda has now successfully facilitated the safe return of 883 Ugandans from South Africa.

The first phase of voluntary repatriation exercise is expected to conclude with the final evacuation flight from Johannesburg, scheduled to arrive tomorrow.

[Uganda High Commission | Pretoria @UgEmbassySA]

UPDATE | FINAL EVACUATION FLIGHT OF PHASE I DEPARTS SOUTH AFRICA

The sixth and final evacuation flight under Phase I of @GovUganda’s voluntary repatriation programme has departed O.R. Tambo International Airport, Johannesburg, carrying 219 Ugandan nationals back home.

[Moses Kibombo Ssentongo @mkibombo1]

@mubiru_smith @HonKyeyune @KagutaMuseveni That's a lie coz we are on ground. Where do you get those numbers of 10 people killed? Secoudly the Embassy is always open for everyone to access.

[Moses Kibombo Ssentongo @mkibombo1]

@HonKyeyune @KagutaMuseveni Thank you so much the wonderful job.

[Hon. Haruna Kyeyune Kasolo @HonKyeyune]

This afternoon, I had the honour of presenting a Ministerial Statement on the floor of Parliament regarding the ongoing evacuation and repatriation of Ugandan nationals from South Africa.

I updated the House on the Government’s coordinated efforts to ensure the safe return of our citizens, highlighting that as of 7th July 2026, a total of 880 Ugandans had been successfully repatriated, with another emergency evacuation flight carrying 250 Ugandans expected to arrive later today.

I reaffirmed Government’s unwavering commitment to protecting the welfare, dignity and safety of all Ugandans, wherever they may be. I also expressed my sincere appreciation to H.E. President Yoweri Kaguta Museveni, the @OPMUganda, the @MoWT_Uganda, the CDF, @mkainerugaba, @UgEmbassySA led by Ambassador @AmoruPaul, and all stakeholders whose tireless efforts have made this humanitarian exercise possible.

Together, we remain committed to ensuring that no Ugandan is left behind.

[Amb. Paul Amoru @AmoruPaul]

Thank you Hon. Minister @HonKyeyune

[Uganda High Commission | Pretoria @UgEmbassySA]

UPDATE | FIFTH EVACUATION FLIGHT SET FOR DEPARTURE.

The 5th evacuation flight under @GovUganda’s voluntary repatriation programme is scheduled to depart Cape Town International Airport at 1:45pm SAST today, carrying 156 Ugandan nationals back home.

The manifest also includes one Ugandan detainee who was in prison on immigration related charges, and the remains of one Ugandan national who tragically lost their life during the recent violence associated with protests against foreign nationals in South Africa.

A final evacuation flight from Johannesburg is scheduled for tomorrow, marking the conclusion of the voluntary repatriation exercise.

@ubctvuganda @UgandaMediaCent @GCICUganda @mkainerugaba @mkibombo1 @DailyMonitor @d_ogwang @observerug @newvisionwire @nyamadon @MKarekye @AmoruPaul @ChrisOMagezi @mkainerugaba @kasujja @MauriceMugisha

[Uganda High Commission | Pretoria @UgEmbassySA]

With today’s arrival of 166, the total number of Ugandan nationals successfully repatriated from 🇿🇦 under @GovUganda’s voluntary evacuation program has now risen to 730.

This comprises 266 on the first flight, 32 on the second, 266 on the third, and 166 on today’s fourth flight.

[Moses Kibombo Ssentongo @mkibombo1]

@KdMutyaba1125 @UgEmbassySA @UgandaMFA @StateHouseUg @SHUDiasporaUnit @mkainerugaba @KagutaMuseveni The leadership and the @UgEmbassySA we are working on and all in prisons for immigration issues will be repatriated by government you just need to contact your area chairperson and give him details.

[Moses Kibombo Ssentongo @mkibombo1]

Today 06/07/2026 we embark on the repatriation of Ugandan citizens from South Africa @UgEmbassySA @UgandaMFA @StateHouseUg @SHUDiasporaUnit @mkainerugaba.
Thanks to @KagutaMuseveni

[Amb. Paul Amoru @AmoruPaul]

Above all, thank you to every Ugandan who remained calm, cooperative and resilient throughout this process.

The work continues until every Ugandan who has requested assistance returns home safely and with DIGNITY!!!

[Amb. Paul Amoru @AmoruPaul]

With the safe arrival of this third batch carrying 255 Ugandan nationals, we have now successfully facilitated the voluntary return of 560 Ugandans from South Africa.

We remain grateful to @GovUganda and @GovernmentZA and to all our partners who have made this humanitarian operation possible. @UgandaMFA @d_ogwang @HonKyeyune @mkainerugaba @GCICUganda @MauriceMugisha

[Uganda High Commission | Pretoria @UgEmbassySA]

#UPDATE | THIRD BATCH OF 255 ARRIVES HOME 🇺🇬

At exactly 3:50am EAT, @UG_Airlines Charter Flight UR701 landed safely at Entebbe carrying 255 rescued Ugandan nationals, marking the arrival of the third batch under @GovUganda’s voluntary repatriation exercise from South Africa.

The receiving team was on the ground to welcome the returnees and facilitate the next phase of reception and reintegration.

We warmly welcome our fellow Ugandans back home. 🇺🇬

@mkainerugaba @GovUganda @KagutaMuseveni @GCICUganda @UgandaMediaCent @ubctvuganda @ChrisOMagezi @d_ogwang @AmoruPaul