Speke Resort Munyonyo is once again set to welcome global leaders as Uganda prepares to host the Non-Aligned Movement (NAM) Midterm Ministerial Review Meeting from October 13 to 16, 2025.
The high-level gathering follows Uganda’s successful hosting of the 19th NAM Heads of State and Government Summit in January 2024 and underscores the country’s growing reputation as a center for international diplomacy and dialogue.
Held under the theme “Deepening Cooperation for Shared Global Affluence,” the Munyonyo meeting will bring together Foreign Affairs Ministers from the 120 NAM Member States, along with representatives from Observer Countries and international organizations, to assess progress made since the 2024 Kampala Summit and to strengthen collaboration on global development priorities.
Preparations in Final Stages
According to the Ministry of Foreign Affairs, Uganda’s preparations are in advanced stages, with several Ministries, Departments, and Agencies (MDAs) working in coordination to ensure a successful event. Security, logistics, accommodation, and transportation arrangements have been finalized, and authorities have announced traffic diversions and restricted access around Munyonyo to ensure the safety and smooth movement of delegates.
“Uganda is proud to once again provide a platform for meaningful dialogue among developing nations,” a Ministry spokesperson said. “The meeting reflects our country’s commitment to promoting multilateralism, peace, and sustainable development.”
Focus on Global Cooperation and Equity
The four-day Ministerial Review comes at a critical time for the Global South, as countries grapple with global conflicts, economic inequality, and the urgent need for fair representation in international decision-making.
Discussions will center on several key issues, including:
The relevance of NAM in addressing today’s geopolitical and economic challenges.
The Palestine question and the ongoing humanitarian crisis in Gaza, with delegates expected to reaffirm NAM’s position on international humanitarian law and support for the UN General Assembly Resolution ES-10/27 (June 2025) calling for humanitarian access and the lifting of the blockade.
Poverty eradication and financing for sustainable development, with renewed emphasis on the UN 2030 Agenda and the Addis Ababa Action Agenda.
Calls for reform of global governance systems, including fair representation for Africa on the UN Security Council, in line with the Ezulwini Consensus and Sirte Declaration.
Promotion of regional trade, industrialization, and technology transfer to foster economic growth across the Global South.
Uganda’s Leadership in NAM
Uganda assumed the Chairmanship of the Non-Aligned Movement in January 2024 under President Yoweri Kaguta Museveni, following the landmark Kampala Summit. Since then, Uganda has been at the forefront of championing collective self-reliance, fair trade, and inclusive growth among developing nations.
The upcoming Munyonyo meeting provides an opportunity for Uganda to showcase progress under its leadership and guide the next phase of the movement’s agenda leading up to the 20th NAM Summit in Uzbekistan.
President Museveni’s stewardship has been widely recognized for promoting reform of the global financial architecture, strengthening South-South cooperation, and advocating for Africa’s industrial transformation.
NAM’s Ongoing Relevance
Established in 1961, the Non-Aligned Movement remains the world’s largest coalition of countries outside formal political or military alliances. It has served as a key platform for nations advocating for peace, sovereignty, and equitable development, especially in the Global South.
As global inequalities persist and conflicts escalate, NAM’s unified voice remains critical in pushing for reforms that reflect contemporary realities. Analysts note that Uganda’s leadership of the movement has helped reinvigorate NAM’s focus on collective problem-solving and shared prosperity.
A Strategic Moment for Uganda
For Uganda, hosting the Midterm Ministerial Review not only reaffirms its diplomatic influence but also strengthens its position as a reliable regional hub for international cooperation.
“The meeting comes at a pivotal time when developing countries must speak with one voice on issues of peace, equity, and sustainable development,” said a senior diplomat involved in the preparations. “Uganda is providing that space for consensus and collective progress.”
The conference will conclude with the adoption of a Ministerial Declaration and Outcome Document, outlining NAM’s renewed commitments and strategic direction ahead of the Uzbekistan Summit.
As global attention turns once again to Speke Resort Munyonyo, Uganda stands ready to lead meaningful discussions that could shape the trajectory of cooperation among developing nations — a testament to its enduring role in advancing unity, peace, and prosperity across the Global South.