Brigadier General Charity Bainababo, Director of Women Affairs, has underscored the importance of women’s participation in sports as a demonstration of empowerment within the Uganda Peoples’ Defence Forces (UPDF). Speaking at the 17th Edition of the Chief of Defence Forces (CDF) Cup 2025 in Masaka, Brig Gen Bainababo encouraged female combatants to actively engage in…
The 17th edition of the Chief of Defence Forces (CDF) Cup Tournament has kicked off in Masaka, bringing together 20 teams from various units of the Uganda Peoples’ Defence Forces (UPDF). The annual competition will feature football, netball, range shooting, and other sporting activities under the theme: “Enhancing Physical Fitness, Combat Readiness, and Prevention of…
The 3 Infantry Division of the Uganda Peoples’ Defence Forces (UPDF) has received a boost in sports equipment from the Uganda Wildlife Authority (UWA), ahead of the 17th Chief of Defence Forces (CDF) Cup Tournament. Through the Office of the Chief Warden of the Mount Elgon Conservation Area (MECA), UWA donated a set of football…
The Special Forces Command (SFC) has flagged off its Rangers and football team to participate in the 17th edition of the Chief of Defence Forces (CDF) Cup Tournament scheduled for August 26 to September 5, 2025, in Masaka. The annual competition, which will be hosted by the Armoured Division, will bring together more than 20…
The Uganda Peoples’ Defence Forces (UPDF) Mountain Division made a formidable impression at the first-ever Fort Portal City Marathon, reaffirming its commitment to civil-military cooperation and advancing tourism in the Tooro region. This landmark marathon, scheduled to become an annual fixture every third weekend of July, was designed to highlight the natural beauty and cultural…
The Ministry of Defence and Veteran Affairs (MODVA) and the Uganda Peoples’ Defence Forces (UPDF) joined over 35 government ministries, departments, and agencies in a spirited week-long sports gala held at Makerere University in the lead-up to the 14th Africa Public Service Day. Running from Friday, 27 June to Thursday, 4 July, the gala featured…
The Uganda Peoples’ Defence Forces (UPDF), particularly the Military Police Brigade, has been praised for its growing commitment to nurturing sports talent within its ranks. The commendation followed a thrilling kickboxing match in Nateete, where Military Police officer Lt Samuel Etumye triumphed over Ivan “Predator” Koreta of the Pentagon Kickboxing Academy. The Saturday night contest…
The Uganda Peoples’ Defence Forces (UPDF) golf team has returned from Kenya after taking part in the 16th International Military Sports Council (CISM) Golf Championships, held at the Diamond Leisure Beach and Golf Resort in Diani. The week-long tournament, which commenced on 22 June 2025, brought together military golfers from 19 countries, showcasing intense competition…
In a powerful display of unity and regional cooperation, the Uganda Peoples’ Defence Forces (UPDF) and Rwanda Defence Force (RDF) came together on Saturday, 31 May, for a historic football match held at Kyamate Playground in Ntungamo Municipality. The event drew thousands of civilians and military personnel, underscoring the growing camaraderie between the two forces.…
The Uganda Peoples’ Defence Forces (UPDF) 2 Infantry Division will host the Rwanda Defence Force (RDF) 5 Infantry Division football team for a friendly match on Saturday, 31 May 2025, at Kyamate Playground in Ntungamo Municipality, Ntungamo District. This landmark event marks the first-ever sports activity between the two military formations since the start of…