A high-level delegation of East African Speakers of Parliament today paid a courtesy visit to the Chief of Defence Forces (CDF) of the Uganda People’s Defence Forces (UPDF), General Muhoozi Kainerugaba, at the Special Forces Command headquarters in Entebbe. The delegation, present in Uganda for the launch of the East African Community (EAC) Parliamentary Games,…
KABALE/RUKUNGIRI As part of the ongoing 45th Tarehe Sita Anniversary commemorations, the Uganda Peoples’ Defence Forces (UPDF) conducted a series of ideological training symposia targeting Veterans, religious leaders, and youth leaders across the Kigezi sub-region, drawing participation from hundreds of attendees and culminating in resolutions for greater community involvement and support. The events were coordinated…
A delegation of course members and staff from the National Defence College Kenya (NDC-K) has paid a courtesy visit to the National Defence College Uganda (NDC-U) as part of its regional and international study tour. The Commandant of NDC-U, Brig Gen Alex Olupot, said the collaboration between the two colleges is a key pillar in…
The Uganda Peoples’ Defence Forces (UPDF) 2 Infantry Division hosted the Rwanda Defence Force (RDF) 2 Infantry Division in the third edition of the Proximity Football Match that was played on Saturday at Kabale Stadium. The friendly match between the sister forces ended in a 5-2 win in favour of the hosts. UPDF captain Aijuka…
The Chief of Defence Forces, Gen Muhoozi Kainerugaba, this afternoon held a meeting with officials from the Commonwealth Enterprise and Investment Council (CWEIC) regarding the forthcoming Commonwealth Trade and Investment Summit. The meeting took place at the Special Forces Command Headquarters. The two officials that met the CDF are; the Rt Hon Lord Swire KCMG,…
The Chief of Defence Forces and Special Presidential Advisor on Special Operations, Gen Muhoozi Kainerugaba, has directed his official allowances to fund the construction of a new classroom block and a comprehensive renovation of existing structures at Bombo Barracks Nursery and Primary School. The contribution, totalling UGX 300 million, includes scholastic materials and infrastructure support.…
Troops of the Uganda Peoples’ Defence Forces (UPDF) stationed at the International Peace Support Operations Training Centre (IPSO-TC) in Singo carried out a series of community activities in Nakaseke South as part of the 45th Tarehe Sita celebrations. The activities included cleaning in Semuto, Kapeka, Namusaale and Kona-Kilak townships, as well as a medical outreach…
As part of the 45th Tarehe Sita Anniversary celebrations across the Kigezi sub-region, secondary school students engaged in spirited debates highlighting the importance of defending the gains of the 1986 revolution and honouring Uganda’s freedom fighters. In Kabale District, Bishop Kivengere Girls’ School, Muyebe, faced off against St. Gertrude’s Girls’ Vocational Secondary School, Mutolere, on…
The Chief of Defence Forces and Senior Presidential Advisor on Special Operations, Gen Muhoozi Kainerugaba, today conducted an inspection tour of the newly constructed Hoima City Stadium. The eighteen months project was completed five months ahead of schedule. The CDF’s facility inspection comes ahead of its official commissioning by H.E. President Yoweri Kaguta Museveni. Gen.…
A team of medical personnel from the Uganda Peoples’ Defence Forces (UPDF) is treating hundreds of patients at Chahafi HC IV in Gisha village, Kisoro Municipality, as part of activities to mark the 45th Tarehe Sita celebrations in Kigezi Sub-region. The static medical and surgical camps, which will ran from December 2-7, 2025, are offering…