Uganda Peoples’ Defence Forces (UPDF) troops deployed in South Sudan have undertaken a physical training exercise, which included a 20-kilometre route march and mountain climbing. The exercise was conducted under the guidance of Brig Gen Anthony Lukwago Mbuusi, Joint Task Force Commander of Operation Mlinzi Wakimya. Codenamed PIGUA UMANDE, the exercise was led by the…
The Uganda Peoples’ Defence Forces (UPDF) has commended Dr Jibril Semakura Owomugisha, the founding director of Million Trees International, for his contribution to environmental conservation and restoration efforts. The recognition was delivered by Brig Gen Michael Kibuye, Director of Civil-Military Cooperation, who presented a token of appreciation from the Chief of Defence Forces. Brig Gen…
Wazalendo Savings and Credit Cooperative Society Ltd (WSACCO) has recognised 47 of its staff who were recently promoted to various non-commissioned officer (NCO) ranks, applauding their dedication and service to the institution. At a ceremony held at WSACCO headquarters in Kiwatule, Kampala, the acting Chief Executive Officer, Col Yusuf Magero Buha, described the promotions as…
The Uganda Peoples’ Defence Forces (UPDF) 2 Infantry Division football team defeated the Rwanda Defence Force (RDF) 5 Infantry Division in a tightly contested friendly match at Ubworoherane Stadium in Musanze District, Rwanda. The match ended 1–1 in regular time before UPDF clinched victory 8–7 in a penalty shootout. The fixture marked the second “proximity…
The Uganda Peoples’ Defence Forces (UPDF) Legal Training Centre in Jinja has passed out 23 participants who completed a two-week course in International Humanitarian Law (IHL) and Human Rights. The course, the first of its kind to be conducted locally, was aimed at equipping officers from different UPDF units with knowledge to enhance respect for…
The Uganda Peoples’ Defence Forces (UPDF) joined the Indian community in celebrating India’s 79th Independence Day at the National Forensic Science University – Uganda Campus in Jinja. Speaking at the event, the Campus Director, Air Commodore Kedar Thaakar reflected on the longstanding ties between India and Uganda, citing shared colonial history, independence struggles, and mutual…
The Uganda Peoples’ Defence Forces (UPDF) recruitment exercise in Apac District ended in tragedy on Friday when a 22-year-old applicant collapsed and died shortly after completing a mandatory physical fitness run. The deceased, identified as Dono Solomon, was participating in a short-distance run, one of the compulsory stages of the recruitment process. According to the…
The African Union Support and Stabilisation Mission in Somalia (AUSSOM) Force Commander, Lt Gen Sam Kavuma, has praised Uganda Peoples’ Defence Forces (UPDF) troops serving under National Guard Unit Eleven (UNGU-XI) for their discipline, dedication, and professionalism. Speaking during his maiden visit to the camp, Lt Gen Kavuma expressed satisfaction with the soldiers’ vigilance and…
Eighty-two successful recruits from Kamuli District have been officially flagged off to Kaweweta Recruit Training School in Nakaseke District, marking the start of their journey in the Uganda Peoples’ Defence Forces (UPDF). The ceremony, held on 13 August 2025, was presided over by the Resident District Commissioner, Mrs Birungi Rose, who described joining the UPDF…
The United States Ambassador to Somalia, H.E. Richard Riley, has hailed the Uganda Peoples’ Defence Forces (UPDF) troops serving under the African Union Support and Stabilisation Mission in Somalia (AUSSOM) for their bravery, professionalism, and sacrifice in the fight against terrorism. Ambassador Riley made the remarks during a visit to the UPDF Sector One…