Namibia refuses to extend visa for Ugandan monarch

The Namibian government has denied a visa extension for King Mutebi II of Buganda, who has been receiving medical treatment in the country since April.

Citing Namibian immigration law, the international relations ministry stated that foreign citizens are only allowed a maximum stay of 90 days per year. This decision follows protests by Ugandan activists at Namibian diplomatic missions, demanding transparency about the king's stay.

The Namibian government referred the matter to Buganda traditional authorities, and Uganda’s President Museveni urged Ugandans to avoid causing diplomatic embarrassment. Uganda's Foreign Minister affirmed respect for Namibia's decision and immigration rules.