GULU, August 30, 2026 — The Archbishop of Gulu Archdiocese, Raphael P’mony Wokorach, has described the homecoming of Lieutenant General (Rtd) Charles Otema Awany to his community after 47 years in military service as a blessing and a symbol of the peace that now prevails in northern Uganda. Speaking at a thanksgiving ceremony held at…
President Yoweri Kaguta Museveni, the Commander-in-Chief of the Uganda Peoples’ Defence Forces (UPDF), presided over the retirement ceremony of 19 General Officers at State House, Entebbe. President Museveni congratulated the retiring officers for their contribution to the UPDF and commended them for upholding the values of the force throughout their careers, particularly discipline, patriotism, integrity…
The Uganda Peoples’ Defence Forces (UPDF) Air Force has honoured 56 senior and junior officers who served in various Air Force units and formations following their official retirement from active service earlier this month. The officers were honoured during a farewell ceremony held at Air Force Headquarters in Entebbe, where the Commander Air Force, Lieutenant…
The Chief of Defence Forces (CDF) General Muhoozi Kainerugaba has hailed retiring senior military officers for their distinguished service, praising them for laying a firm, resilient foundation that continues to anchor the transformation of the Uganda Peoples’ Defence Forces (UPDF). Speaking at the UPDF Joint Services Headquarters in Mbuya during the official retirement ceremony for…
The Uganda Peoples’ Defence Forces (UPDF) 4 Infantry Division has urged retiring soldiers to maintain the discipline, hard work and loyalty they demonstrated during their military careers as they transition into civilian life. The call was made during a retirement ceremony for 214 UPDF personnel held at Gulu Barracks, the division headquarters. In his message…
The Special Forces Command (SFC) has honoured 67 officers and men for their dedicated service to Uganda, particularly during their service in the Command. The group comprised junior and non-commissioned officers. Other senior officers who attended the ceremony are due for official retirement scheduled for 12 2026. Representing the Commander SFC, Chief of Staff –…
Wazalendo SACCO has urged retiring Special Force Command officers and men to maintain their membership and continue benefiting from the cooperative’s financial services after leaving active military service. The call was made by the Vice Chairperson of the Wazalendo SACCO Supervisory Board, Maj Newton Namazima, while congratulating 67 officers and men of the Special Forces…
The Uganda Peoples’ Defence Forces (UPDF) has conducted retirement ceremonies for Batch 16 personnel across formations and units, honouring hundreds of junior and non-commissioned officers for their dedicated service to the nation while urging them to embrace retirement with discipline and prudent financial management. At the Land Force Headquarters in Bombo, 404 junior officers and…
Senior Officers of the Uganda Peoples’ Defence Forces (UPDF) who are due for retirement have been challenged to strengthen their financial management skills and plan wisely for life after military service to ensure long-term financial stability. The call was made during a financial literacy training for retiring senior officers held at the Defence Intelligence and…
The Uganda Peoples’ Defence Forces (UPDF) has commended General Officers due for retirement later this year for their distinguished, dedicated, and selfless service to the nation. The commendation was made during a documentation exercise involving 20 General Officers at the Ministry of Defence and Veteran Affairs headquarters in Mbuya, marking a key step in the…