Uganda’s Chief of Defence Forces, Gen. Muhoozi Kainerugaba, has once again ignited public debate after making a controversial remark about women and childbirth. In what appeared to be a joking tone, he suggested that women who do not have large hips—popularly referred to as “nyash”—give birth to “weak children.” The comment was shared on social media platform X on January 23, 2026, quickly drawing widespread attention.
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The Statement That Triggered Reactions
In his post, Gen. Muhoozi wrote: “It has now been confirmed by science that women without ‘nyash’ give birth to weak children.” The remark immediately sparked intense discussion online, attracting hundreds of comments within hours of being published.
Mixed Reactions from the Public
While some social media users treated the statement as a joke and responded with humor and mockery, many others strongly criticized it as offensive and inappropriate. Critics argued that such language demeans women and undermines their dignity, especially coming from someone holding one of the highest military offices in the country.
Sharp Criticism from Citizens
Several users directly challenged Gen. Muhoozi’s conduct. One commenter, Joshua Ndenge, questioned his professionalism, saying the remark was unbecoming of a senior military officer. Another user, Lugoobe Nelson, went further, stating that such comments disqualify him from leadership and expressing deep concern over the idea of him ever leading Uganda. Many others echoed similar sentiments, urging him to reflect on the women in his family and those within the ruling NRM party before making such public statements.
Political Implications and Ongoing Debate
This incident adds to a growing list of controversial statements attributed to Gen. Muhoozi, which have often forced President Yoweri Museveni to issue apologies or clarifications on his behalf to calm public backlash. Observers remain divided: some argue that the remarks reveal a lack of political maturity and suitability for future leadership, while others insist they are merely jokes taken out of context and should not be used to judge his leadership potential. The debate over his public conduct and political future, however, continues to intensify.
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