Troops of the Uganda Peoples’ Defence Forces (UPDF) serving under the African Union Support and Stabilization Mission in Somalia (AUSSOM), alongside the Somali National Army (SNA), have conducted a joint security patrol in the Barawe Sub-Sector as part of efforts to enhance peace and stability in the coastal town and surrounding areas. The joint operation,…
The Commander of the Uganda Peoples’ Defence Forces (UPDF) Battle Group 45, serving under the African Union Support and Stabilization Mission in Somalia (AUSSOM), Colonel Justus Musenene, has urged the youth of Barawe District to capitalise on the prevailing peace and stability by engaging in productive activities that improve their livelihoods and contribute to the…
Officers and troops of the Uganda Peoples’ Defence Forces (UPDF) serving under the African Union Support and Stabilization Mission in Somalia (AUSSOM) have been urged to uphold conscious discipline as the cornerstone of professionalism, mission success, and career development. The call was made by Brigadier General Jackson Kayanja, the Sector One Commander, while addressing personnel…
The Uganda Peoples’ Defence Forces (UPDF) contingent serving under the African Union Support and Stabilization Mission in Somalia (AUSSOM) has received a new Deputy Contingent Commander, Colonel Jude Rukubya, who replaces Colonel Francis Obita Aragamoi upon completion of his tour of duty. The handover and takeover ceremony was presided over by the Contingent Commander, Brig…
Uganda Peoples’ Defence Forces (UPDF) troops serving under the African Union Support and Stabilization Mission in Somalia (AUSSOM) have been urged to safeguard and consolidate the security gains achieved in the Barawe Sub-Sector. The call was made by the Commander of Battle Group 45, Colonel Justus Musenene, during a visit to troops stationed at Seaport…
Uganda Peoples’ Defence Forces (UPDF) female soldiers serving under the African Union Support and Stabilization Mission in Somalia (AUSSOM) have been encouraged to set personal and professional goals aimed at improving their careers and livelihoods. While addressing the female personnel in Mogadishu, the Uganda Contingent Administration Officer, Colonel Hamza Kasajja, emphasised the importance of self-development…
The Uganda Peoples’ Defence Forces (UPDF) Battle Group 43 (BG XLIII), which served on a peacekeeping mission in Somalia under the African Union Support and Stabilization Mission in Somalia (AUSSOM), has been commended for its contribution and operational achievements in the ongoing peace and security efforts in Somalia. The commendation was made by the Commander…
The African Union has awarded medals to the Uganda Peoples’ Defence Forces (UPDF) Battle Group 43 serving under the African Union Support and Stabilization Mission in Somalia (AUSSOM) in recognition of their contribution to peace and security in Somalia as they concluded their tour of duty. At the same ceremony, Battle Group 47 officially assumed…
The Uganda Peoples’ Defence Forces (UPDF), deployed under the African Union Support and Stabilization Mission in Somalia (AUSSOM), officially received Battle Group 47 (XLVII) into the mission area, with a call to maintain vigilance, operational readiness, and strict discipline throughout their tour of duty. While welcoming the incoming troops, the Sector One Contingent Commander, Brigadier…
The Uganda Peoples’ Defence Forces (UPDF) has today flagged off Battle Group XLVII (BG 47) to the mission area in Somalia following the successful completion of pre-deployment training at the International Peace Support Operations Training Centre (IPSOTC) in Singo, Nakaseke District. In his remarks, the Commander of UPDF 1 Division, Brig Gen Fred Mwesigye, on…