The Government of Uganda has reaffirmed its commitment to implementing the Biological Weapons Convention (BWC) and United Nations Security Council Resolution 1540. This follows the first-ever Biological Weapons Convention workshop held in Kampala, Uganda. This landmark event marked the first visit to Uganda by the Chief of the BWC Implementation Support Unit based in Geneva,…
The Commandant Military Police Brigade in the Uganda Peoples’ Defence Forces, Brig Gen William Beinomugisha, has today called on trainees to cultivate a sense of duty, hard work, and prioritize their health while executing their assigned duties. Brigadier Beinomugisha made the remarks during the closing ceremony of a two-month Pre-Level III course at Buyala Barracks…
The Chief of Staff – Land Force of the Uganda Peoples’ Defence Forces, Brig Gen Chris Bagonza, has commended Brig Gen Gerald Ahimbisibwe for his dedication and leadership, especially in the formulation of a five-year strategic plan for the Land Force. Brig Gen Bagonza made the remarks during the handover ceremony of the Office of…
The Commander of the Special Forces Command (SFC), Major General David Mugisha, has applauded President Yoweri Kaguta Museveni for his transformative leadership that has shaped the Uganda Peoples’ Defence Forces (UPDF) into a modern, professional army. “I extend my deepest appreciation to the President of the Republic of Uganda, Gen Yoweri Kaguta Museveni, who is…
The Commander Jinja Cantonment, Brig Gen Emmanuel Kanyesigye, has called on Uganda Peoples’ Defence Forces (UPDF) soldiers to embrace discipline, honesty, hard work, and accountability to enhance the effectiveness of the force. He made the remarks while officiating at the graduation ceremony of three military courses – the Basic Stores Management Course, Drivers Refresher Course,…
The Final Planning Conference (FPC) for the highly anticipated Command Post Exercise (CPX) OKOA MAISHA has officially begun at the Uganda Rapid Deployment Capability (HQ URDC) headquarters in Jinja. Spanning three days, the conference was formally opened by Brigadier General Earnest Nuwagaba, Commander of HQ URDC and Director of the Exercise. Addressing participants, Brig Gen…
Maj Gen (Rtd) Michael Ondoga has assumed office as the Operation Wealth Creation (OWC) Coordinator for the West Nile Region, in a ceremony held at the OWC headquarters in Kamwokya. The handover event was officiated by Brig Gen Godfrey Muwanguzi, Deputy Chief Coordinator of OWC, who congratulated Maj Gen (Rtd) Ondoga on his appointment and…
The Uganda Peoples’ Defence Forces (UPDF) has launched a month-long training program on gender-mixed engagement teams at the Uganda Rapid Deployment Capability Headquarters (HQ URDC). The course is designed to develop a cadre of trainers who will support the integration of gender-specific expertise into UPDF operations. Participants, drawn from various UPDF units and formations, are…
The Uganda Peoples’ Defence Forces (UPDF) 3 Infantry Division has paid tribute to the outgoing Division Operations and Training Officer (DOTO), Colonel James Barigye Rukundo, for his instrumental role in enhancing security, coordinating operations, and fostering peace in Eastern Uganda. The commendation came during a formal handover ceremony held at Moroto Army Barracks. Colonel Joseph…
The Uganda Peoples’ Defence Forces (UPDF) Mountain Division made a formidable impression at the first-ever Fort Portal City Marathon, reaffirming its commitment to civil-military cooperation and advancing tourism in the Tooro region. This landmark marathon, scheduled to become an annual fixture every third weekend of July, was designed to highlight the natural beauty and cultural…