The Deputy Special Representative of the United Nations Secretary-General for Somalia, Raisedon Zenenga, has commended Uganda Peoples’ Defence Forces troops serving in Somalia under the United Nations Guard Unit for boosting confidence among UN personnel and upholding Uganda’s reputation with distinction. “UNGU X has carried out its duties with professionalism and dedication. Their efforts…
Prime Minister Rt. Hon. Robinah Nabbanja yesterday launched the construction of the 150-acre Pathogen Economy Bioscience Park at the NEC T6 Industrial and Business Park in Katuugo, Nakasongola District. The land, initially owned by Katuugo Training Centre, was transferred to the National Enterprise Corporation (NEC) for agricultural use before being repurposed for the Bio-Scientific…
The Chief of Defence Forces (CDF) of the Uganda Peoples Defence Forces (UPDF), General Muhoozi Kainerugaba, has warned any individuals or groups with corrupt motives to reform or leave the UPDF. “Any individual or group with selfish interests such as corruption, misappropriation of resources, or mismanagement of whatever kind should reform immediately, or better…
Regional coordinators of Operation Wealth Creation (OWC) from 18 gazetted sub-regions across the country have undergone specialized training in Information and Communication Technology (ICT) to enhance data management, operational efficiency, and overall service delivery. The training follows the recent acquisition of 350 tablets from the Ministry of ICT and National Guidance, aimed at modernizing…
Defense chiefs from the East African Community (EAC) and the Southern African Development Community (SADC) met yesterday in Dar es Salaam to discuss the ongoing conflict in the eastern Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC). The meeting followed an earlier session of EAC military chiefs held in Nairobi last week, highlighting sustained regional efforts to…
The Minister of State for Defence and Veteran Affairs (Veteran Affairs), Hon. Huda Abason Oleru, received a delegation from the Republic of Azerbaijan, led by the Counselor Rustam Hasanli, who paid a courtesy call on her at the Ministry of Defence and Veteran Affairs Headquarters, Mbuya. This visit follows an earlier visit by the…
The Chief of Joint Staff, Maj Gen Jack Bakasumba, has hailed the Uganda Peoples’ Defence Forces as a determined force, emphasising that wherever it operates, positive results follow. Maj Gen Bakasumba made the remarks today while addressing participants of the Algerian High Military School’s Advanced War Course at the Ministry of Defence and Veteran…
Senior logistics officers of the Uganda Peoples’ Defence Forces convened at the College of Logistics and Engineering, Magamaga, for a five-day Joint Staff Logistics Retreat aimed at enhancing force sustainment through improved asset and inventory management. The retreat under the theme “Logisticians’ Role in Asset/Inventory Management with the View of Enhancing Proficiency in Force…
The 4 Infantry Division Commander, Maj Gen Felix Busizoori, has raised concerns about the deceptive tactics used by fraudsters to swindle soldiers out of their hard-earned money, noting that those who fall victim often experience demotivation, indiscipline, and, in some cases, desertion. While addressing the 19th Wazalendo SACCO Pre-Annual General Meeting Delegates Conference at…
43 Officers of the Uganda Peoples’ Defence Forces completed a five-day training in Military Internal Security Operations at the Legal Training Centre, Gadaffi Barracks, Jinja City. Presiding over the ceremony, the Commandant Military Police Brigade, Brig Gen William Bainomugisha, emphasised the importance of the course, which integrates intelligence, legal, and investigative skills. Brig Gen…