Am Still Here For More 20yrs, I Will Die At 100-Museveni

Am Still Here For More 20yrs, I Will Die At 100-Museveni

Posted on 18 April 2025 0
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By Spy Uganda

President Yoweri Museveni, now 80 years old, has once again sparked conversation about his longevity and continued presence in Ugandan politics, stating confidently that he has been told—by even his own family—that he’s likely to live to see 100.

Speaking during his Parish Development Model (PDM) tour in Greater Mubende, the president offered rare personal reflections on aging, legacy, and what he sees as the crucial next chapter for Uganda and the East African region.

“My daughters recently told me I am likely to reach 100 years,” he said, drawing laughter and applause from the crowd. “That means I still have about 20 years on earth. Then I will leave and go to heaven.”

But beyond the personal anecdotes, Museveni used the moment to deliver a pointed message to Uganda’s youth—one that combined humor with a serious warning.

In a tone both reflective and stern, he lamented what he sees as a disturbing disinterest among young people in issues of regional integration and strategic security. “It is sad that I am an old man, but I am the only one who is talking about the East African Federation,” he said. “You, the young people, should be the ones fighting for this in order to expand your markets and become prosperous.”

He didn’t mince words in urging the youth to step up: “Time will come when I will leave you here in your problems and go to heaven.”

Museveni’s ability to continue leading and traveling extensively at his age has long fascinated the public. His stamina and health have been the subject of speculation and admiration, often attributed to his famously disciplined lifestyle. He avoids alcohol and tobacco completely, maintains a diet rich in cassava, bananas, and millet, and engages in regular exercise, including walking and running.

“I have never tasted alcohol, and I don’t smoke. My body is clean,” Museveni once declared in 2015—a mantra he has seemingly lived by.

His personal health practices even extend to daily habits; he’s known to wash his hands after every handshake, part of his rigorous hygiene routine.

As Museveni continues his tour, promoting the PDM and regional economic strategies, the broader message is clear: while he may have his sights set on reaching 100, his focus remains firmly on shaping Uganda’s political and economic future—and ensuring that the next generation doesn’t fall asleep at the wheel.

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