UPDF Commends Battle Group 41 For Professionalism, Flags off New Contingents

The Deputy Commander Land Forces of the Uganda Peoples’ Defence Forces, Maj Gen Francis Takirwa, has commended Battle Group 41 for its professionalism and resilience following the completion of its tour of duty in Somalia under the African Union Support and Stabilization Mission. He delivered the commendation at the International Peace Support Operations Training Centre…

UPDF Marks 45th Tarehe Sita With Fishing Community Of Rweshama Landing Site

The Uganda Peoples’ Defence Forces (UPDF) joined the fishing community of Rweshama Landing Site in Rukungiri District to celebrate the 45th Tarehe Sita anniversary through a community cleaning exercise along Lake Edward and surrounding areas. The activity brought together the UPDF personnel, the Fisheries Protection Unit (FPU), local leaders, and residents in a show of…

ICT Minister Launches 45th Tarehe Sita Celebrations in Kanungu

The Minister for Information Communication Technology (ICT) and National Guidance, Hon Dr Chris Baryomunsi, has today launched the 45th Tarehe Sita celebrations at Kihihi Grounds in Kanungu district, Kigezi sub-region. The event honors the historical support the area provided to the liberation struggle, particularly through the Front for National Salvation (FRONASA). The celebrations are themed…

UPDF Level II Hospital in Mogadishu Receives Medical Boost from Bancroft

The Uganda Peoples’ Defence Forces (UPDF) Contingent in Somalia, operating under the African Union Support and Stabilisation Mission in Somalia, has received a fresh supply of medical equipment and resources from partners Bancroft to support its Civil-Military Cooperation (CIMIC) efforts at the Level II hospital in Mogadishu. Brigadier General Joseph Musoke Ssemwanga, Sector One commander,…