The Commander of the Reserve Force of the Uganda Peoples’ Defence Forces (UPDF), Lieutenant General Charles Otema Awany, has commended regional reserve force commanders for their dedication and service, calling for stronger coordination and leadership to enhance the effectiveness of the force. Lt Gen Otema made the remarks during a high-level meeting of regional reserve…
President Yoweri Museveni, who is also the Commander-in-Chief of the armed forces, presided over the UPDF High Command meeting at State House, Entebbe. As is tradition, the meeting reviewed the security situation in the country and the operations of the UPDF in the region. The meeting was attended by top UPDF leadership, including the Chief…
The Uganda Peoples’ Defence Forces (UPDF) 5 Infantry Division has recovered more than 30 herds of cattle following a coordinated security operation in parts of East Acholi aimed at curbing cattle rustling. The operation was carried out under the wider security campaign codenamed Dumisha Usalama and took place between Monday, 2 February, and Wednesday, 4…
The Deputy Commandant of the Military Police Brigade, Brigadier General Christopher Columbus Tumwiine, has today called on troops to remain loyal and obedient in serving their motherland, Uganda. He made this appeal while addressing officers and men at Makindye Military Barracks. Brig Gen Tumwiine reminded troops that being loyal means obeying instructions from the top…
The Uganda Peoples’ Defence Forces (UPDF) 3 Infantry Division has conducted a 30-kilometre route march across parts of the Karamoja Sub-region as part of ongoing efforts to strengthen combat readiness and improve physical fitness among troops. The exercise brought together personnel from the Division Headquarters and its affiliated brigades, including 403 Brigade in Napak, 405…
The Military Police has called on its officers and militants to demonstrate loyalty, hard work, and discipline as they prepare to secure examination materials for the 2025 Uganda Advanced Certificate of Education (UACE). Maj Gen William Bainomugisha, Commandant of the Military Police, addressed 490 officers and militants at Nsujju Mporwe Barracks in Mpigi District, emphasising…
The Commander of the Uganda Peoples’ Defence Forces (UPDF) 2 Infantry Division, Major General Paul Muhanguzi, has reassured the public that the security situation in southwestern Uganda remains stable as the country prepares for the 2026 general elections. He, however, urged Ugandans to follow the Electoral Commission’s guidelines to ensure a peaceful voting process. “For…
The Uganda Peoples’ Defence Forces (UPDF) 2 Infantry Division today conducted a 30-kilometre route march through Mbarara City, led by the Division Commander, Major General Paul Muhanguzi. The exercise, which started at the Division Headquarters, brought together officers and militants in a show of discipline, teamwork, and physical endurance. Maj Gen Muhanguzi underscored the importance…
The Military Police personnel have been urged to uphold integrity and professionalism as they provide security during this year’s Uganda National Examinations Board (UNEB) exams. The call was made by Colonel Sylvia Meeme, the Brigade Operations and Training Officer (BOTO), during a briefing at Nsujju Mporwe Barracks in Mpigi District. Col Meeme reminded them…
Uganda Communications Commission (UCC) Executive Director Nyombi Thembo, accompanied by a team of technical staff from the commission, met with Chief of Defence Forces Gen. Muhoozi Kainerugaba to discuss enhanced security measures for the nation’s communications infrastructure. The meeting at the SFC headquarters in Entebbe focused on UCC’s operational strategies to ensure a secure communications…