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 Chief of Defence Forces (CDF), General Muhoozi Kainerugaba, visited the UPDF Entebbe Air Base today to inspect a demonstrator L-39 Skyfox aircraft presented by its manufacturer. A delegation from the aircraft manufacturer, Aero Vodochody, led by Mr. Vladan Resner and comprising Mr. David Jahoda and Mr. Vladimir Tovarek, took the CDF through the detailed…
The Chief of Defence Forces (CDF), General Muhoozi Kainerugaba, today welcomed His Excellency Ambassador Johan Borgstam, the European Union Special Representative for the Great Lakes Region, at the Special Forces Command Headquarters, reaffirming the strong security partnership between Uganda and the EU. The meeting served as a follow-up to the initial discussions held in November…
Uganda’s Chief of Defence Forces, Gen. Muhoozi Kainerugaba, and his delegation this afternoon visited revered Chinese leader Mao Zedong’s birthplace. Chairman Mao as he is commonly known, is the founding father of the People’s Republic of China whose masterful blend of military strategy and political acumen enabled him to unite and lead China for nearly…
The Chief of Defence Forces (CDF) of the Uganda People’s Defence Forces (UPDF), Gen Muhoozi Kainerugaba, who also serves as the Senior Presidential Adviser for Special Operation visited the headquarters of China’s leading Defence contractor, China North Industries Group Corporation Limited (NORINCO). The organization is also the world’s largest defence contractor. Latest figures indicate that…
The Uganda Peoples’ Defence Forces (UPDF) has praised Defence Attachés and Advisors accredited to Uganda for their role in promoting defence diplomacy and building stronger military partnerships. The commendation was made by Brig Gen Paddy Ankunda, the Assistant Chief of Defence Intelligence and Security for Defence Engagement and International Affairs, during a routine security briefing…
Uganda’s High Commissioner to the United Kingdom, Her Excellency Nimisha J. Madhvani, has commended the Uganda Peoples’ Defence Forces (UPDF) for its pivotal role in fostering peace and stability in Uganda and the wider Great Lakes region. Speaking during a courtesy visit by Cohort 3 course members and staff from the National Defence College –…
A delegation from the Uganda Peoples’ Defence Forces is currently in Kigali, Rwanda, for a study visit on the management and operations of military museums. The visit, which began on February 17 and concludes on February 21, 2025, aims to enhance Uganda’s efforts in establishing a National Military Museum. The UPDF team is led…
Chief of Defence Forces (CDF) Gen Muhoozi Kainerugaba’s delegation, led by Maj Gen James Birungi, the Chief of Defence Intelligence and Security, toured several key Algerian military installations on Wednesday with the view of identifying areas of cooperation. The installations included the Higher Warfare College, Staff and Command School, and the Clothing and Bedding…
The Deputy Chief of Defence Forces, Lt Gen Sam Okiding, has called upon Uganda Peoples’ Defence Forces (UPDF) Defence Attachés and Advisors to serve as dedicated representatives of Uganda’s interests in their countries of assignment. Speaking on behalf of the Chief of Defence Forces, Gen Muhoozi Kainerugaba, Lt Gen Okiding addressed the opening of…