Maj Gen George Igumba, Commandant of the Senior Command and Staff College Kimaka (SCSC-K) of the Uganda Peoples’ Defence Forces (UPDF), has reaffirmed the vital role of teamwork in military success, stating that effective operations rely on unity rather than individual effort. “Militaries all over the world operate by working together as a team, not…
The second edition of the Africa Military Games concluded yesterday in Abuja, Nigeria, with the Uganda Peoples’ Defence Forces (UPDF) athletes delivering a remarkable performance, clinching a total of nine medals—four gold, four silver, and one bronze. The closing ceremony, held at the Moshood Abiola National Stadium, was graced by His Excellency Kashim Shettima,…
The Uganda Peoples’ Defence Forces (UPDF) boxing team delivered a stellar performance in the final bouts at the ongoing African Military Games in Abuja, Nigeria, on the night of 25 November 2024. The team secured four gold medals and two silver medals. In the men’s category, standout performances included Private Ochan Geoffrey (light flyweight), who…
The 2nd edition of the Africa Military Games officially kicked off on Wednesday, 20 November 2024, at the Moshood Abiola National Stadium in Abuja, Nigeria, marking the return of the event after a 22-year break. The vibrant opening ceremony was presided over by Vice President H.E. Kashim Shettima, representing President Bola Ahmed Tinubu, the…
A 27-member team from the Uganda Peoples’ Defence Forces (UPDF) has been flagged off to represent Uganda in the 2nd Africa Military Games, held in Abuja, Nigeria. During the flag-off ceremony at the Land Force Headquarters in Bombo, the Joint Staff Headquarters Brigade Group, Maj Gen Dr Joseph Lucky Kidega, expressed his appreciation to the…
The Senior Presidential Adviser for Special Operations and Chief of Defence Forces, Gen Muhoozi Kainerugaba, met with William Blick, a member of the International Olympic Committee, at the SFC Headquarters in Entebbe. They discussed opportunities for youth in sports and human capital development. Mr Blick, who has been a member of the IOC…
The 16th Edition of the CDF Cup reached an exhilarating conclusion at St. Leo’s College in Fort Portal, Kabarole district, as the Uganda Peoples’ Defence Forces (UPDF) Mountain Division and Joint Staff Headquarters (JSHQ) emerged victorious in football and netball, respectively. In a nail-biting football final, the Mountain Division secured the title with a…
Officers and Militants from the Uganda Peoples’ Defence Forces (UPDF) Mountain Division, alongside the Joint Staff Formal Education, Sports, and Culture, planted over 200 trees at the River Mpanga bridge in Fort Portal City, Kabarole district today. The initiative was spearheaded by Col Paul Muwonge, Deputy Commander of the Mountain Division, and Col Deus…
Fort Portal City, Kabarole District: The Commander Land Force, Lt Gen Kayanja Muhanga, officially kicked off the 16th Edition of the CDF (Chief of Defence Forces) Cup Tournament today. Hosted by the Mountain Division, the two-week competition will see 19 formations and units of the Uganda Peoples’ Defence Forces (UPDF) compete in football and…
The 16th edition of the CDF Cup, a highly esteemed tournament for the Uganda Peoples’ Defence Forces (UPDF), is set to commence tomorrow, Tuesday, 17 September 2024, at Buhinga Stadium in Fort Portal City. The event will be officially opened by the Commander Land Force, Lt Gen Kayanja Muhanga. In a notable gesture…