Hashi, who earlier gained fame for predicting that Raila Odinga would lose his African Union Commission seat, cited Museveni's contentious acts in the Democratic Republic of Congo and his alleged betrayal of late Libyan leader Muammar Gaddafi to the Americans as key red flags.
Hashi expressed his views on social media, emphasising that Museveni's track record makes him an untrustworthy candidate for regional leadership.
He cited instances in which Uganda's military involvement and political manoeuvres in neighbouring countries have caused friction and mistrust, connecting the DRC engagements to larger issues of governance and regional stability.
The expert contended that leadership in East Africa necessitates a combination of credibility, consistency, and respect for regional sovereignty, which he believes Museveni lacks.
Hashi reminded the audience of Museveni's role in other problematic episodes, like as the Gaddafi handover, which he argues undermined regional trust and called Uganda's commitment to pan-African values into doubt.
According to political analysts who study East African dynamics, Hashi's critique may resonate with younger regional leaders who place a greater emphasis on responsibility and transparency.
The study puts into question Museveni's reputation as a steady yet dominant leader, and it urges a closer examination of leadership claims ahead of regional political gatherings.
Some interpret Hashi's statement as a call to East African citizens and leaders to carefully consider leadership credentials beyond historical longevity or electoral supremacy.
He believes that past actions, particularly those that undermine neighbouring countries' sovereignty, should inform decisions about who leads regional integration programs.
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