The Uganda Peoples’ Defence Forces (UPDF) regret to report an incident that resulted in the fatal shooting of a civilian in Agago District during a routine night patrol. At approximately 2:30 am, soldiers from the 79 Battalion encountered a group of civilians drinking in a bar and playing cards beyond the curfew time imposed…
The Uganda Peoples’ Defence Forces (UPDF) troops at Apieta checkpoint in Lamwo District intercepted a man and his wife in possession of an illegal firearm this afternoon at around 1400hrs. The suspects, identified as Olanya Golden Ricky (46), a resident of Ngora Village, Pobel Parish, Lukung Sub-County, Lamwo District, and Atoo Jennifer (28), a resident…
At approximately 2:00 a.m. today, the Uganda Peoples’ Defence Forces (UPDF) conducted a decisive operation in Akilok South Village, Okuti Parish, Orom East Sub-County, Chua County, Kitgum District, foiling an attempted cattle theft. Troops from the 75 Infantry Battalion of the 505 Infantry Brigade intercepted two armed Jie warriors suspected of stealing two cows…
A Karamojong cattle rustler was shot dead early on Tuesday while attempting to steal livestock in Lodwar Sub-county, Kitgum District. The incident took place at around 1:00 a.m. when two rustlers raided Karayo Parish in Kitenyi Sub-county and stole cattle. Acting on intelligence, the Uganda Peoples’ Defence Forces (UPDF) 77 Battalion had set…
Uganda’s National Counter-Terrorism Centre has received a significant boost in its efforts to combat violent extremism, thanks to a consignment from the United Nations Office on Drugs and Crime (UNODC). The new equipment and resources are set to enhance both the Centre’s operational capacity and its public outreach programmes. The UNODC has been…
In a decisive effort to address the escalating threat of violent extremism, government bodies, civil society organisations, and international partners have been urged to bolster their partnerships. This call to action follows the successful implementation of the “Strengthening Efforts to Prevent Violent Extremism and Enhance Human Rights Safeguards in Uganda” project. Launched by…
The Uganda Peoples’ Defence Forces (UPDF) conducted a successful operation in Kailong Dam, Chamokok Sub County, Abim District, resulting in the neutralisation of two Jie warriors. The operation, carried out by troops from the 85 Battalion, 507 Brigade, under the 5 Infantry Division, led to the recovery of stolen items, including: An AK-47 sub-machine…
A top commander of the Allied Democratic Forces known as Kamusi has been injured and two of his close bodyguards were put of action by security forces in Kibale Forest. On 5th December 2023, Kamusi and his group attacked an elderly lady, Biira Betty in Kanyatete village in Kasese District and hacked her to…
The Uganda Peoples’ Defence Forces (UPDF) Mountain division commander Maj Gen Dick Olum has assured all residents of Rwenzori region of security and stability of the region. While officiating as the chief guest at the pipping ceremony of Uganda Police Force (UPF), officers of Rwenzori West elevated to higher ranks, Gen Olum dispelled rumours…
Uganda Peoples’ Defence Forces (UPDF) handed over recovered animals from raiders to owners in the districts of Abim, Agago, Kitgum and Kotido; among others. The handover, which was witnessed by area local leaders, renews the army’s commitment to protecting people and their property. About 2799 heads of cattle, 360 goats, and 27 donkeys…