The Uganda Peoples’ Defence Forces (UPDF) Chief of Defence Intelligence and Security, Maj Gen Richard Otto, has praised the National Counterterrorism Centre (NCTC) for its pivotal role in safeguarding Uganda’s security, describing it as a focal point for coordinating counterterrorism operations nationally, regionally, and internationally. Maj Gen Otto made the remarks during a handover ceremony…
The Uganda Peoples’ Defence Forces (UPDF) has officially inaugurated the new leadership for the UPDF National Referral Hospital in Mbuya, appointing Col Ronald Nangamba as Chief Executive Officer and Col Dr John Lusiba as Deputy CEO. Presiding over the inaugural meeting, Maj Gen Ambrose Musinguzi, the Joint Staff – Health Services, urged the new leadership…
The Deputy Commander Land Force, Maj Gen Francis Takirwa, has presided over the handover of the office of Director of Operations – Land Force (D/OPNS-LF), as Col John Katamba Siyaleta assumed the role from Brig Gen Paddy Jackson Kajuba. The ceremony took place at the Land Force Headquarters in Bombo, Luweero District. In his remarks,…
The Uganda Peoples’ Defence Forces (UPDF) Armoured Division has welcomed a new Deputy Commander following the official handover from Col Griffins Kantinti to Brig Gen P K Kajuba. The ceremony took place at the Division Headquarters in Masaka and was presided over by the Armoured Division Commander, Maj Gen Deus Sande. He praised both officers…
The Joint Staff Policy and Strategy in the Uganda Peoples’ Defence Forces, Major General Don Nabaasa, has emphasised the need for collaboration among staff to achieve institutional goals. He made the remarks during the handover ceremony of the Office of the Director of Policy and Planning (DPP) from Colonel Herbert Nabimanya to Colonel Samuel Rombe…
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…
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 Commander of the Uganda Peoples’ Defence Forces (UPDF) 3 Infantry Division, Major General Wilberforce Sserunkuma, has urged joint security forces to sustain their operational tempo while deepening relations with community leaders in the Karamoja Sub-region, in a bid to consolidate lasting peace. Maj Gen Sserunkuma delivered the message during the official handover ceremony at…
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) Air Force has officially bid farewell to three senior directors selected to attend the prestigious Grade One Course at the National Defence College – Uganda (NDC-U). Presiding over the handover ceremony at Air Force Headquarters, the Chief of Staff – Air Force, Brig Gen David Gonyi, commended the officers…