Chris Baryomunsi
DenmarkpoliticianMale8.2Global Dominance: 0.00%Chris Baryomunsi is the Ugandan Minister of Information, Communication, and Technology, known for his role in the country's political landscape. Recently, he has been in the news concerning the case of opposition leader Kizza Besigye, as he announced the government's decision to expedite the transfer of Besigye's case to civilian courts, following a Supreme Court ruling declaring military prosecutions of civilians unconstitutional.
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Ugandan Health Minister Chris Baryomunsi stated that the country's success in controlling the disease is due to ongoing government investments in building resilient public health systems.
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United Arab Emirates· 2026-07-28Health Minister Chris Baryomunsi declared the country Ebola-free following the latest outbreak.
Uganda declares end to latest Ebola outbreak
Tanzania· 2026-07-28Health Minister Chris Baryomunsi said the declaration followed the successful completion of the mandatory 42-day monitoring period.
Uganda declares end to latest Ebola outbreak
Nigeria· 2026-07-28Chris Baryomunsi is the Ugandan Minister of Health who announced the end of the Ebola outbreak in Uganda.
Uganda erklæres fri for ebola efter to måneder langt udbrudDenmark· 2026-07-28
Chris Baryomunsi is Uganda's Health Minister who announced the deployment of medical experts to combat the Ebola outbreak.
Uganda deploys medics to DRC as Ebola crisis deepens
Kenya· 2026-07-08
Chris Baryomunsi is the Ugandan Minister of Health who confirmed the deployment of health experts to support the response to the Ebola outbreak in the Democratic Republic of the Congo.
Uganda envía 50 expertos sanitarios a República Democrática del Congo para apoyar la respuesta al brote de ébola
Colombia· 2026-07-08Dr Chris Baryomunsi moves to head the Ministry of Health from the Ministry of Information.
Uganda’s Museveni retains wife in newly announced CabinetTanzania· 2026-05-28
Chris Baryomunsi is the Minister of Information and Communication Technology in Uganda.
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China· 2025-11-09
Chris Baryomunsi shared Uganda's transition from poor internet connectivity to digital connectivity at the conference.
共筑数字通途 共享发展荣光——构建网络空间命运共同体理念10周年理论研讨会侧记 _光明网China· 2025-11-07
Chris Baryomunsi is Uganda’s Minister for Information and Communication Technology who commented on the coordinated arrest of Besigye and Obeid.
Besigye, his aide, sue Kenya govt over extradition to UgandaKenya· 2025-07-24
Chris Baryomunsi is Uganda’s Information Minister who confirmed the government's involvement in Besigye's arrest.
Kenya's safe haven image fades amid Besigye's plight in illegal detentionKenya· 2025-02-19
Chris Baryomunsi, the Minister of Information, stated that the government was closely monitoring the transfer of Besigye's case to civilian courts.
Besigye apelekwa hospitali, akigoma kula gerezaniTanzania· 2025-02-17
Information Minister Chris Baryomunsi stated that the government was fast tracking the transfer of Besigye's case to civilian courts.
Besigye rushed to hospital amid hunger strikeTanzania· 2025-02-17