Ugandan President Yoweri Museveni has once again sparked global conversation with a bold and unusual statement about space. During a recent address, Museveni declared that the Moon is a shared resource, suggesting that nations have a stake in extraterrestrial territories.
He said:
“The moon is ours also, that space is common property for all of us. There are some presidents who are in the moon but us we are just here and we don’t know what is going on there.”
The president’s remarks, blending humor with a pointed commentary on global space exploration, highlight the growing discourse on who controls outer space and its resources. Museveni appeared to contrast the ambitions of technologically advanced nations with Uganda’s current lack of presence in space programs, emphasizing that the Moon should remain a common property for humanity.
Reactions online were a mix of amusement, curiosity, and debate, with some praising his bold imagination and others questioning the practicality of his claims. Analysts note that such statements, while unconventional, reflect the rising interest in space politics and the symbolic importance leaders attach to technological progress.
Museveni’s latest comment adds to his reputation for unpredictable, headline-grabbing statements that spark discussion both within Uganda and internationally.
