Red Pepper Co-Founder Dr. Arinaitwe Rugyendo Appointed Principal Press Secretary to Speaker Jacob Oboth-Oboth

What the report says

Watchdog Uganda reports that Dr. Arinaitwe Rugyendo, a co-founder of the Red Pepper media outlet, has been appointed Principal Press Secretary to the Speaker of Uganda’s 12th Parliament, Jacob Oboth-Oboth. The article says the role places him at the center of the Speaker’s communications work, including media relations, public messaging and coordination of official statements for the parliamentary leadership.

The publisher presents the appointment as part of an effort to strengthen parliamentary communications and public engagement. It also notes that Rugyendo is a veteran media practitioner with experience in media management and strategic communication. In addition to his journalism background, the piece highlights his previous leadership in Ugandan sports administration, including service connected to the Uganda Premier League Board.

According to the report, the appointment has drawn positive reaction from colleagues and other stakeholders in Uganda’s media and public affairs circles. While the article frames the move as a notable addition to the Speaker’s office, it does not give further details on the terms of the appointment or the timing of Rugyendo’s start date.

More broadly, a Principal Press Secretary is typically expected to serve as a senior communications aide and spokesperson. In Uganda’s parliamentary setting, the position can be important for shaping how legislative work is presented to the public and how the Speaker’s office responds to media and civic inquiries.