President Yoweri Kaguta Museveni has called on African military leaders to prioritise economic integration, political cohesion, and long-term strategic security, arguing that a strong defence force cannot exist without a strong national economy and strategic cooperation. H.E. Museveni made the remarks while delivering the keynote address on the final day of the first conference of…
The Deputy Chief of Defence Forces of the Uganda Peoples’ Defence Forces (UPDF), Lt Gen Sam Okiding, has called for stronger intelligence-led, coordinated and proactive approaches to military operations beyond conventional warfare. Lt Gen Okiding made the call during the opening session of the Chiefs of Defence Intelligence and Security meeting held as part of…
The inaugural African Chiefs of Defence Forces Conference on Military Operations Other Than War has opened in Kampala, bringing together defence and military operations experts to discuss how African countries can strengthen their response to emerging and non-traditional security threats. The conference brings together participants from more than 18 countries, African Union regional bodies, and…
The Deputy Chief of Defence Forces of the Uganda Peoples’ Defence Forces (UPDF), Lieutenant General Sam Okiding, has reaffirmed the longstanding ties between Uganda and Zimbabwe, describing the two countries as brothers with shared historical and cultural bonds. Lt Gen Okiding made the remarks during a courtesy meeting with a delegation from the Zimbabwe Defence…
Uganda and Zimbabwe have reaffirmed their commitment to strengthening longstanding military ties through enhanced defence intelligence cooperation, with a focus on information sharing, early warning and joint responses to emerging security threats. The commitment was made during a Bilateral Defence Intelligence Exchange engagement to discuss emerging security challenges and deepen cooperation between the Uganda Peoples’…
Community leaders and residents from Napak and Nabilatuk districts have called for stronger measures against cattle thieves during a joint security meeting convened by the 3 Infantry Division at Nabwal Sub-County, Nabilatuk district. The meeting, chaired by the Commander of the 3 Infantry Division, Major General Wilberforce Sserunkuma, brought together District and Sub-County Security Committees,…
The Commander of the Uganda Peoples’ Defence Forces (UPDF) 3 Infantry Division, Major General Wilberforce Sserunkuma, has commended security stakeholders in North Karamoja for their collective efforts in maintaining peace and stability across the sub-region. Speaking during a regional security meeting in Karenga District, Maj Gen Sserunkuma said the security situation in Karamoja had significantly…
Defence and Military Intelligence Chiefs from the East African Community (EAC) have renewed their commitment to enhancing regional security cooperation, information sharing, and operational effectiveness. The pledge was made during a high-level meeting of intelligence leaders that concluded today in Entebbe. Speaking at the closure of the meeting, the Uganda Peoples’ Defence Forces Land Force…
East African Community Military and Defence Intelligence Services have been challenged to deepen collaboration to address the increasingly complex security environment facing the region and the world. The call was made during the East African Community (EAC) Military and Defence Intelligence Chiefs/Heads meeting in Entebbe, where the delegates emphasised unity, innovation, and real-time intelligence sharing…
The Commander of the Uganda Peoples’ Defence Forces (UPDF) 4 Infantry Division, Major General Felix Busizoori, has applauded security teams in the West Nile and Acholi sub-regions for their coordination, transparency, and professionalism in enforcing the Presidential directive on the eviction of nomadic pastoralists, commonly known as the Balaalo. Speaking at a review meeting on…