Uganda ‘ s Gen. (Rtd) Moses Ali has passed away.The 87-year-old veteran Ugandan politician, retired military general, and long-serving Member of Parliament died on July 18, 2026, atNakasero Hospitalin Kampala
President Yoweri Museveni officially confirmed his passing, describing him as a dedicated patriot and statesman.
At the time of his death, he was the freshly re-elected MP for Adjumani West Countyfollowing Uganda’s January 2026 general elections.
“It is with deep sorrow that I announce the death of our brother Gen. Moses Ali . He died Today at Nakasero hospital , at 1600hours. Gen Moses Ali has provided service to his country for a long time , as a soldier and a political leader. In the West Nile region , he provided the good example of being a big modern farmer . We shall miss greatly his contribution . May the Almighty God rest his soul in eternal peace, “ President Museveni stated.
Born on April 5, 1939, in Meliaderi Village, Ataboo Parish, Pakelle Sub-county in present-day Adjumani District, Moses Ali’s parents were the late Wani Loke and Dusman Dore
He completed his Primary Leaving Examination at Erepi Church of Uganda Primary School in 1957 before pursuing further studies at Old Kampala Secondary School, where he obtained his General Certificate of Education.
He also studied the Quran at a Madarasa, where he later became a teacher.
He joined the Uganda Army and was in 1969, commissioned- a Second Lieutenant and appointed Officer in Charge of Training at the Uganda Paratrooper School.
In 1971 he was promoted the rank of Major and was serving as Commander of the Uganda Paratrooper School before being promoted to Colonel in 1972.
General Ali is credited for having facilitated the end of wars in West Nile region when he negotiated a peace agreement with President Museveni’s then NRA and has been one of Uganda’s longest-serving public figures, holding several senior government positions and representing Adjumani West in Parliament for many years.
He served as Second Deputy Prime Minister and Deputy Leader of Government Business in Parliament.
In 2024, he launched his book, “The Odyssey of the Nubi: From Soldiers of the British Empire to Full Citizens in Uganda”, a work documenting the history and contribution of the Nubian community in Uganda.
Captain Mike Mukula, a close friend and former legislator, mourned him as a courageous soldier, astute leader and elder statesman.
“Innā lillāhi wa innā ilayhi rājiʿūn. Indeed, we belong to Allah, and indeed to Him we shall return,” Mukula said.
He described General Ali as a leader whose life was dedicated to Uganda’s peace, unity and reconstruction.
“General Moses Ali devoted his life to the service of Uganda. His contribution to the struggle for peace, national unity, stability, and reconstruction will forever remain engraved in the history of our nation,” Mukula said.
“His enduring legacy will continue to inspire future generations to serve with integrity, selflessness, and unwavering love for country,” he added.
