Uganda is on the brink of achieving a rare milestone, with almost three years passing since the country had a substantive Central Bank governor. The death of long-serving economist Emmanuel Tumusiime-Mutebile left a void, as President Yoweri Museveni has not appointed a successor. Despite criticism, the economy has performed relatively well under the interim Deputy Governor Michael Atingi-Ego. Museveni’s unique approach to governance, which includes appointing ministers based on loyalty rather than competence, has fueled speculation about the country’s future post-Museveni. As the nation navigates through a period of transition, the impact of Museveni’s leadership style on Uganda’s political landscape remains a topic of debate.