UPDF Troops In South Sudan Celebrate Uganda’s 63rd Independence Anniversary

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The Uganda Peoples’ Defence Forces joint task force operating under Operation Mlinzi Wakimya, in South Sudan joined Ugandans worldwide in celebrating Uganda’s 63rd Independence Anniversary. The event brought together Ugandan troops, South Sudanese counterparts, and members of the local community. The Chief Guest, Uganda’s Ambassador to South Sudan, H.E. Brig Gen Ronnie Balya, said national…

Somali, UPDF, And Partners Celebrate Liberation Of Awdheegle From Al-Shabaab

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The Commander of the Somali National Armed Forces (SNAF) Land Forces, Brigadier General Sahal Abdullahi Omar, has praised joint forces comprising the Uganda Peoples’ Defence Forces (UPDF), SNAF, and international partners for their successful operations that liberated Awdheegle from Al-Shabaab militants. During a field visit to the recently recaptured town on Saturday, 11 October 2025,…