Lt Col Charles Okech assumed command of the Uganda Peoples’ Defence Forces (UPDF) 4 Infantry Division Training School in Lugore, Gulu District. He took over from Lt Col Michael K. Ssempijja in a handover ceremony presided over by Division Training Officer, Col Innocent Tukashaba. In his remarks, Col Tukashaba praised both officers for their professionalism…
Maj Gen Francis Okello has been hailed for his pivotal role in establishing and developing the National Defence College – Uganda (NDC-U) into the country’s premier institution for strategic military education. The commendation came from Deputy Commander Land Force, Maj Gen Francis Takirwa, during a handover ceremony in which Maj Gen Okello officially passed command…
Officers from the Uganda Peoples’ Defence Forces (UPDF) intelligence unit have been lauded for their professionalism and integrity, particularly in their support of field operations. The recognition came during a handover ceremony in which Maj Sirag Bruhan Yassin officially assumed the role of Division Intelligence Officer for the 3 Infantry Division, succeeding Maj Muradi Azabo,…
Brigadier General Wycliffe Keita has officially taken over as the Joint Staff Training and Doctrine Command (JS TRADOC), succeeding Brig Gen Alex Olupot. The handover ceremony took place today at the Ministry of Defence and Veteran Affairs (MODVA) headquarters in Mbuya. Brig Gen Olupot now assumes his new role as Commandant of the National Defence…
The Uganda Peoples’ Defence Forces (UPDF) 1 Infantry Division has appointed Brigadier General Fred Mwesigye as its new Deputy Commander, marking a leadership transition during a pair of handover ceremonies held this week. Brig Gen Mwesigye takes over from Colonel Wingston Mugarura and simultaneously relinquished command of Tokoora 1 Brigade to Lieutenant Colonel Jemba Ssejemba.…
Brig Gen Chris Bagonza officially assumed the role of Chief of Staff – Land Force (COS-LF) today, succeeding Brig Gen Micheal Kabango in a handover ceremony at the Land Force Headquarters in Bombo. Presiding over the event, the Chief of Joint Staff Maj Gen Jack Bakasumba commended Brig Gen Kabango for his service and achievements…
Brigadier General Jackson Kayanja, Deputy Commander of the Uganda Peoples’ Defence Forces (UPDF) 4th Infantry Division, presided over the handover of command at the 1 Tank Battalion. Outgoing Commanding Officer Lieutenant Colonel Chris Matua passed leadership to Major JB Agaba during a ceremony held at the Division headquarters in Gulu. Lt Col Matua now assumes…
Maj Gen James Birungi has officially taken over as Commander of the Uganda Peoples’ Defence Forces (UPDF) Mountain Division and Operation Shujja, succeeding Maj Gen Richard Otto in a handover ceremony held at Muhooti Barracks, Fort Portal, Kabarole District. Presiding over the event, Commander of Land Force Lt Gen Kayanja Muhanga praised the achievements made…
Lt Gen Kayanja Muhanga, Commander of the Land Force of the Uganda Peoples’ Defence Forces (UPDF), has called on senior military officers to uphold the core values of leadership, trust, and responsibility in fulfilling their duties. He delivered the message during a ceremony marking the handover of the office of Chief of Defence Intelligence and…
Maj Gen Felix Busizoori, Commander of the 4 Infantry Division of the Uganda Peoples’ Defence Forces, has reminded newly appointed Brigade Commanders that their new assignments come with greater responsibilities. Maj Gen Busizoori made the remarks as he presided over the change of leadership of Brigade Commanders under the 4 Infantry Division that was…