Uganda has confirmed it will rejoin the Invictus Games next year following clarification from the British royal household regarding the event's support. The announcement comes after Uganda initially indicated it would withdraw from the multi-sport competition for wounded veterans due to tensions related to Prince Harry and Meghan Markle.

The situation escalated when General Muhoozi Kainerugaba, Uganda’s military chief, publicly announced the country's decision to pull out of the games, citing a desire to end what he described as “Harry-Meghan nonsense.” This statement prompted diplomatic engagement from the British side.

Sir Clive Alderton, private secretary to King Charles III, intervened to address the matter directly. He spoke with General Kainerugaba to clear up any misunderstandings and convey the King’s support for the Invictus Games, which Prince Harry founded to highlight the recovery and resilience of injured service members.

Following this communication, Colonel Chris Magezi, acting director for the Uganda People's Defence Forces (UPDF), posted on the social media platform X that the military chief appreciated the message and the clarity provided by Buckingham Palace. Magezi confirmed that the UPDF would renew its preparations to participate in the upcoming games.

The Invictus Games, established in 2014, have become a prominent international event celebrating wounded, injured, and ill service personnel through competitive sports. Uganda’s renewed commitment ensures its continued involvement in an event that aims to promote rehabilitation and camaraderie among military service members worldwide.