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Governments / Uganda
Uganda

Tom Butime

Tom Butime is Minister of Tourism, Wildlife and Antiquities of Uganda, in office since 8 Jun 2026.

Portrait of Tom Butime
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OfficeMinister of Tourism, Wildlife and Antiquities
CountryUganda
In office since8 Jun 2026
Time in officeIn office for 4 months
How chosenAppointed by the President (Art. 113(1) as cited in the State House cabinet list); vetted by Parliament's Appointments Committee; sworn in 2026-06-08

Career

  • Member of Parliament of Uganda
  • Minister of Foreign Affairs of Uganda (2004 to 2005)
  • Minister of Tourism, Wildlife and Antiquities
  • Ex officio member of Parliament of Uganda

Facts compiled from Wikidata (CC0), a reference source, retrieved 2026-10-23. The office record above comes from the official source cited below.

Frequently asked questions

Who is the Minister of Tourism, Wildlife and Antiquities of Uganda?

Tom Butime is the Minister of Tourism, Wildlife and Antiquities of Uganda, in office since 8 Jun 2026.

When was Tom Butime born?

Tom Butime was born in 1947, in Kyenjojo District, according to Wikidata.

Which party does Tom Butime belong to?

Tom Butime is listed as a member of National Resistance Movement on Wikidata.

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Others in the government of Uganda

  • Rebecca A. Kadaga East African Community Affairs (1st Deputy Prime Minister)
  • Lukia N. Isanga Third Deputy Prime Minister and Minister without Portfolio
  • Milly B. Babalanda Minister, Office of the President (Presidency)
  • Jim Muhwezi Minister, Office of the President (Security)
  • Jonard Asiimwe Minister, Office of the President in charge of Science, Technology and Innovation
  • Minsa Kabanda Minister for Kampala Capital City and Metropolitan Affairs
  • Hillary Onek Minister, Office of the Prime Minister (General Duties)
  • Sam Engola Minister, Office of the Prime Minister (Relief, Disaster Preparedness and Refugees)

Sources: State House Uganda (retrieved 11 Oct 2026).

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PollsAfrica (2026). Tom Butime. Retrieved 26 Oct 2026 from https://pollsafrica.com/people/tom-butime-uganda