The Uganda Peoples’ Defence Forces (UPDF) 3 Infantry Division has conducted a psychosocial training aimed at strengthening the mental resilience and operational readiness of its officers and soldiers. The training, held at the Division Headquarters in Moroto, focused on the prevention and management of Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD), stress management, and promoting psychological wellbeing among…
Female soldiers of the Uganda Peoples’ Defence Forces (UPDF) serving under Operation Mlinzi wa Kimya in South Sudan have been commended for their discipline, professionalism, and strong performance in the line of duty. The commendation was made by the Joint Taskforce Commander, Brig Gen Anthony Mbuusi Lugwago who praised the troops for their dedication and…
The Chief of Defence Forces (CDF) and Senior Presidential Advisor for Special Operations, Gen. Muhoozi Kainerugaba, has met with the leadership of Nation Media Group (NMG) Uganda to discuss the ongoing closure of its outlets, which include NTV Uganda and the Daily Monitor. The meeting, which took place at the Special Forces Command headquarters in…
The 32nd National Agricultural Show 2026 was officially opened at the National Show Grounds in Jinja on Tuesday 30th June 2026, with the Prime Minister, Rt. Hon. Robinah Nabbanja, representing President Yoweri Kaguta Museveni as guest of honour. Ms Nabbanja launched the Wealth Creation Village, an exhibition established by Operation Wealth Creation [OWC] to showcase…
The Uganda Peoples’ Defence Forces (UPDF) contingent serving under the African Union Support and Stabilization Mission in Somalia (AUSSOM) has received a new Deputy Contingent Commander, Colonel Jude Rukubya, who replaces Colonel Francis Obita Aragamoi upon completion of his tour of duty. The handover and takeover ceremony was presided over by the Contingent Commander, Brig…
A delegation of Israeli and Belgian ex-hostages of the 1976 hijacking incident has returned to Uganda and visited the old airport terminal at Entebbe International Airport, nearly 50 years after they were held there during the hijacking incident that ended in a dramatic rescue operation. The visit comes just weeks after Uganda hosted another group…
The Deputy Commander Land Force, Maj Gen Joseph Ssemwanga, has commended the progress of ongoing infrastructure projects within the 4 Infantry Division, describing them as a significant milestone for the Uganda Peoples’ Defence Forces (UPDF). The projects inspected included a housing unit in Moyo, newly constructed sanitation facilities at 101 Battalion, a water tank, and…
The Deputy Commander Land Force, Maj Gen Joseph Ssemwanga, has commended the progress of ongoing infrastructure projects within the Uganda Peoples’ Defence Forces (UPDF), describing them as vital investments aimed at improving soldiers’ welfare and enhancing operational effectiveness. Maj Gen Ssemwanga made the remarks during separate inspections of construction projects at the Artillery Division Headquarters…
Uganda Peoples’ Defence Forces (UPDF) troops serving under the African Union Support and Stabilization Mission in Somalia (AUSSOM) have been urged to safeguard and consolidate the security gains achieved in the Barawe Sub-Sector. The call was made by the Commander of Battle Group 45, Colonel Justus Musenene, during a visit to troops stationed at Seaport…
The Uganda Peoples’ Defence Forces (UPDF) 3 Infantry Division has passed out two specialised personnel, comprising Non-Commissioned Officers (NCOs) from Ideology course Intake 04/2026 and personnel assigned to a Uganda Wildlife Authority (UWA) task force. The graduates are expected to undertake assignments within the division’s area of responsibility, including disarmament operations in the Karamoja Sub-region…