“Nyashless Women Give birth To Stupid Children, Like Kabobi” Gen Muhoozi’s Controversial Tweet Shocks Ugandans

General Muhoozi Kainerugaba, son of President Yoweri Museveni, has once again sparked outrage with a tweet that many Ugandans have condemned as offensive, misogynistic, and politically inflammatory. “Nyashless women give birth to stupid children, like Kabobi,” Muhoozi wrote, using a derogatory term for women while insulting opposition leader Bobi Wine, widely known by the nickname “Kabobi.”

The tweet quickly ignited backlash, with critics denouncing both the degrading language toward women and the personal attack on Bobi Wine, who has become a central figure in Uganda’s opposition movement. For many, the post went beyond political rivalry, striking a nerve by reinforcing harmful stereotypes and normalizing disrespect in public discourse.

Bobi Wine—whose real name is Robert Kyagulanyi—has long been a thorn in the side of the Museveni government. Rising from a popular musician to a presidential challenger, he has become a powerful symbol of resistance and hope for Ugandans seeking change. His growing influence has often made him a target of state-aligned figures, including Muhoozi, who is widely seen as both a defender of his father’s regime and a potential successor.

Muhoozi’s remark fits into a broader pattern of hostility in Ugandan politics, where insults and intimidation frequently substitute for debate. But this latest comment cut deeper, targeting not only an opponent but also women in general. Human rights advocates and opposition supporters have condemned the statement as demeaning and dangerous, arguing that it reflects an increasingly authoritarian and intolerant political culture.

While Muhoozi may have intended the tweet as a show of strength, it has instead exposed the widening fault lines in Ugandan society. His supporters celebrated the jab, but critics warned it risked emboldening harassment of both women and opposition figures. For many, it underscored the challenges of building a political environment grounded in respect and civility.

Bobi Wine has not yet directly responded, but his supporters have taken to social media to express outrage, calling for higher standards in Uganda’s political discourse. The controversy has also sparked wider conversations about the role of misogyny in politics, highlighting how women are routinely demeaned in public life.

The fallout from Muhoozi’s tweet is still unfolding, but it has already deepened political divisions in a country where tensions are high. Whether the remark becomes another fleeting social media storm or a lasting symbol of Uganda’s toxic political climate remains to be seen. What is clear is that the struggle between the ruling elite and the opposition continues to shape the country’s future—and words, as much as actions, are fueling the fire.