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Museveni attributes Joshua Cheptegei's world record to First Lady

President Museveni lauded his wife who doubles as the Education and Sports Minister for playing in the success of sports in Uganda. Photo: Courtesy.

Ugandan President Yoweri Museveni congratulated First Lady Janet Museveni for the recent success of athlete Joshua Cheptegei who’s broken three world records in 2020. Speaking on October 8 during the national prayer breakfast, President Museveni lauded his wife who doubles as the Education and Sports Minister for playing a part in the success though co-operation and prayers. According to the 76- year-old, Uganda has achieved success in sports since his wife took over the sports docket in 2016.

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