The Uganda Peoples’ Defence Forces (UPDF) recruitment exercise in Apac District ended in tragedy on Friday when a 22-year-old applicant collapsed and died shortly after completing a mandatory physical fitness run. The deceased, identified as Dono Solomon, was participating in a short-distance run, one of the compulsory stages of the recruitment process. According to the…
Thirty-eight people were arrested on Thursday at Budaka District Headquarters for presenting forged academic documents during the ongoing Uganda People’s Defence Force (UPDF) recruitment exercise in the Bukedi region. Brig Gen Michael Ssozi Ssesanga, who is overseeing the recruitment, urged applicants to present only original academic papers, stressing that the process is running smoothly. He…
The Uganda Peoples’ Defence Forces (UPDF) recruitment exercise in the Lango sub-region has produced 226 successful candidates out of hundreds who turned up for screening, with several disqualified over forged documents and other irregularities. The exercise for all four participating districts, namely: Dokolo, Kalaki, Kaberamaido, and Amolatar was conducted at the Dokolo District Headquarters. Resident…
Eighty-two successful recruits from Kamuli District have been officially flagged off to Kaweweta Recruit Training School in Nakaseke District, marking the start of their journey in the Uganda Peoples’ Defence Forces (UPDF). The ceremony, held on 13 August 2025, was presided over by the Resident District Commissioner, Mrs Birungi Rose, who described joining the UPDF…
Newly enlisted Uganda Peoples’ Defence Forces (UPDF) personnel in the Karamoja Sub-region have been urged to uphold discipline, patriotism, and healthy lifestyles as they prepare to begin training. The call came as the army concluded a ten-day recruitment exercise across seven districts. At various recruitment centres, District Resident Commissioners (RDCs), LC V chairpersons, and municipal…
The Deputy Resident District Commissioner (RDC) of Alebtong District, Mr Matthias Lutwama, has called on newly selected Uganda Peoples’ Defence Forces (UPDF) recruits to embrace discipline, teamwork, and respect for authority as they prepare to begin training. “Team spirit is very important. Work with your colleagues, respect your superiors in the UPDF, and cooperate with…
Successful candidates in the ongoing Uganda Peoples’ Defence Forces (UPDF) recruitment exercise have been urged to uphold discipline, integrity, and dedication to national service. The appeal was made by Lira Resident District Commissioner (RDC) Mrs Eyal Lilian while addressing recruits at the Mayor’s Garden in Lira City. She reminded them that their foremost duty is…
Thirteen people have been arrested in Kagadi District for presenting forged academic documents during the ongoing Uganda Peoples’ Defence Forces (UPDF) recruitment exercise. The arrests followed verification of the original documents presented by candidates. The group, comprising 11 men and two women, presented fake Primary Leaving Examination (PLE) slips, forged Uganda Certificate of Education (UCE)…
Three individuals have been arrested in Kitgum District for allegedly attempting to bribe officials during the ongoing Uganda Peoples’ Defence Forces (UPDF) recruitment exercise. According to Team Six of the Northern Region recruitment team, the suspects were not among the shortlisted successful applicants in Kitgum and Lamwo districts. They were reportedly apprehended while offering cash…
The Uganda Peoples’ Defence Forces (UPDF) Director of Operations Other Than War, Brigadier General Kenneth Muheire, has called on newly recruited candidates to maintain high standards of discipline as they prepare for military training at the Basic Military Training School, Kaweweta. Brig Gen Muheire, leading the recruitment team in the Bunyoro region, addressed recruits from…