The Minister of State for Defence and Veteran Affairs, Hon. Dr Huda Abason Oleru, has held separate engagements with Danish and Dutch delegations on defence cooperation, regional security and Uganda’s contribution to Peace Support Operations at the Ministry of Defence and Veteran Affairs (MODVA) Headquarters in Mbuya, Kampala. The engagements brought together the Danish delegation,…
Operation Wealth Creation (OWC) has conducted a series of leadership handovers and takeovers involving several directorates at its headquarters in Kamwokya, Kampala. The changes involved the Directorates of Inspectorate, Research and Analysis; Operations; Special Duties; and Monitoring and Evaluation, as well as new advisory responsibilities within the Office of the Chief Coordinator. The officers involved…
The 3 Infantry Division has celebrated its outstanding performance after emerging first runner-up at the recently concluded 2nd Edition of the Chief of Defence Forces (CDF) Drill Competition. The Division’s drill team, led by Major Godfrey Mugenyi, represented the formation in Foot Drill, Cane Stick, Pace Stick, Crop Stick and Sword Drill. The team competed…
Operation Wealth Creation (OWC) has restructured its directorates to align its operations with the institution’s new establishment and enhance the delivery of its mandate. The changes were announced during a ceremony held at OWC headquarters in Kamwokya on Tuesday and presided over by the Deputy Chief Coordinator, Brig Gen Godfrey Muwanguzi, on behalf of the…
The Commander of the Uganda Peoples’ Defence Forces (UPDF) 3 Infantry Division, Brig Gen Michael Walaka Hyeroba, has urged troops to uphold discipline, professionalism and continuous training as the Division consolidates peace and security across its area of responsibility. Brig Gen Hyeroba made the remarks during his first official baraza with officers and troops at…
The 12th Parliament of the Republic of Uganda paid tribute to the late Omukama of Tooro, His Royal Highness Oyo Nyimba Kabamba Iguru Rukidi IV, who died on Thursday, August 27, 2026, in Dallas, USA. This was during the 26th sitting of the 1st meeting of the 1st session of the 12th Parliament, chaired by…
The Uganda Peoples’ Defence Forces (UPDF) have been crowned overall champions of the 18th Edition of the Inter-Forces Games held in Gulu City after securing three decisive gold medals. The UPDF edged the Uganda Police Force (UPF), which finished as first runners-up with two gold medals, while the Uganda Prisons Service (UPS) took second runners-up…
The Minister of Defence and Veteran Affairs, Hon. Kiryowa Kiwanuka, has held talks with the Honorary Consul of the Syrian Arab Republic, Dr. Tamouh Moustafa, who paid a courtesy call on him at the Ministry Headquarters in Mbuya, Kampala. The discussions focused on Uganda’s commitment to peacekeeping and its desire for lasting peace and stability…
The Spouses Desk of the Artillery Division has joined exhibitors at the Mid-Western Region Trade Fair and Exhibition, showcasing products made by military spouses at Masindi Boma Grounds in Masindi District. The trade fair, which is scheduled to run until 6 September 2026, brings together exhibitors from across Uganda and neighbouring countries to showcase a…
The Uganda Peoples’ Defence Forces (UPDF) took a commanding lead in the medal standings at the 18th Edition of the Inter-Forces Games in Gulu, winning a significant number of gold, silver and bronze medals across various sporting disciplines. The achievement was celebrated during a medal-awarding ceremony organized by the Chairman of the Inter-Forces Games Organising…