The Uganda Peoples’ Defence Forces (UPDF) has conducted shooting range activities as part of the 17th edition of the Chief of Defence Forces (CDF) Cup tournament in Masaka. A total of 19 units took part, including the UPDF Air Force, Special Forces Command, infantry divisions (1st to 5th), Mountain Division, Artillery Division, Armoured Division, Mechanised…
Brigadier General Charity Bainababo, Director of Women Affairs, has underscored the importance of women’s participation in sports as a demonstration of empowerment within the Uganda Peoples’ Defence Forces (UPDF). Speaking at the 17th Edition of the Chief of Defence Forces (CDF) Cup 2025 in Masaka, Brig Gen Bainababo encouraged female combatants to actively engage in…
The Chief of Defence Forces, Gen Muhoozi Kainerugaba, has paid tribute to the late Brig Gen Bonny Geoffrey Wolimbwa, describing him as a diligent and professional officer who served Uganda with passion and distinction. Delivering his message through the Joint Staff Strategy and Planning, Maj Gen Don William Nabasa, at the burial on 30 August…
Uganda Peoples’ Defence Forces (UPDF) officers have been urged to embrace training as the foundation of professionalism and operational success. The call was made by Brig Gen Wycliff Keita, Joint Staff Training and Doctrine, during the handover and takeover of the Commandant of the International Peace Support Operations Training Centre (IPSO–TC) in Nakaseke District. The…
The Chief of Defence Forces (CDF) of UPDF, Gen Muhoozi Kainerugaba met with Lt Col Ash Wiseman, the British Defence Attaché to Uganda, discussing areas of mutual interest. The meeting at the Special Forces Command headquarters in Entebbe focused on enhancing military cooperation between Uganda and the United Kingdom. The two military leaders explored ways…
The Uganda Peoples’ Defence Forces (UPDF) reports the shooting of two civilians in Kitgum District on the night of 28 August 2025, at around 11:19 pm. The incident occurred at Kitleng Detach, Namukora Sub-County, where two soldiers deployed to safeguard a community-protected kraal shot two individuals near the main entry point. The soldiers, who were…
The Command Post Exercise (CPX) “OKOA MAISHA 2025” has officially opened at the Uganda Rapid Deployment Capability (URDC) Headquarters in Jinja. The exercise, is aimed at assessing national preparedness and strengthening the capacity of stakeholders in identifying, managing, and mitigating crises. Presiding over the opening, Maj Gen Don Nabasa, Joint Staff Policy and Strategy, welcomed…
The 17th edition of the Chief of Defence Forces (CDF) Cup Tournament has kicked off in Masaka, bringing together 20 teams from various units of the Uganda Peoples’ Defence Forces (UPDF). The annual competition will feature football, netball, range shooting, and other sporting activities under the theme: “Enhancing Physical Fitness, Combat Readiness, and Prevention of…
The 3 Infantry Division of the Uganda Peoples’ Defence Forces (UPDF) has received a boost in sports equipment from the Uganda Wildlife Authority (UWA), ahead of the 17th Chief of Defence Forces (CDF) Cup Tournament. Through the Office of the Chief Warden of the Mount Elgon Conservation Area (MECA), UWA donated a set of football…
Operation Wealth Creation (OWC) has brought together local leaders, farmers, and processors in Isingiro District to evaluate progress in the coffee sector and explore strategies for boosting production as Uganda advances toward its goal of 20 million bags annually. The meeting at the district headquarters focused on strengthening the coffee value chain, enhancing value addition,…