The Commander of the 3 Infantry Division, Brigadier General Michael Walaka Hyeroba, has urged Non-Commissioned Officers (NCOs) to mentor junior soldiers, uphold discipline and strengthen professionalism in the Uganda Peoples’ Defence Forces (UPDF). He made the call during an engagement with junior and senior NCOs at the Division Headquarters in Moroto. “I urge you to…
The Uganda Peoples’ Defence Forces 3 Infantry Division Commander, Brigadier General Michael Walaka Hyeroba, has urged troops to uphold patriotism, discipline and national consciousness in safeguarding Uganda’s peace and sovereignty. He made the remarks at the Division Headquarters in Moroto during the official closing of a one-week Political Ideology and Patriotism training for officers and…
The Commander Artillery Division, Major General Daniel Kakono, has urged officer cadets to uphold discipline, integrity and dedication as they prepare for careers in the military. He emphasised that discipline, integrity and commitment are fundamental to successful military careers and strengthening cooperation among African countries. Maj Gen Kakono made the remarks while hosting the cadets…
The Commander of the Uganda Peoples’ Defence Forces (UPDF) 3 Infantry Division, Brig Gen Michael Walaka Hyeroba, has launched a week-long Political Education and Political Commissars Course for troops at the Division Headquarters in Moroto. The training is being conducted by the Political Education and Ideology Caravan from the Joint Staff Political Commissariat. Brig Gen…
The Uganda Peoples’ Defence Forces (UPDF) National Referral Hospital in Mbuya has commenced a five-day Basic and Intermediate Life Support training programme for its health personnel to strengthen their capacity to respond to medical emergencies. The training is being conducted by the UPDF Joint Staff Health Services in partnership with medical specialists from the United…
Wazalendo Savings and Credit Cooperative Society (SACCO) has trained branch managers and delegates from the central region in enterprise selection and management as part of efforts to promote financial preparedness and sustainable livelihoods during and after military service. The two-day training, held at Land Force Headquarters in Bombo, was conducted under the theme, “Preparing for…
The Commandant of the International Peace Support Operations Training Centre (IPSO-TC), Singo, Colonel Moses Nabaasa, has officially opened pre-mission training for personnel of the United Nations Guard Unit 13. Speaking during the opening ceremony, Col Nabaasa said the training is intended to enhance the personnel’s readiness for peacekeeping duties by equipping them with the skills…
The 4 Infantry Division Commander, Maj Gen Wilberforce Sserunkuma, has urged officers to prioritise the welfare and well-being of their soldiers to build confidence, trust and cohesion within their units. Maj Gen Sserunkuma made the remarks while delivering a lecture of opportunity to officers undertaking the Platoon Commanders Course at the 4 Infantry Division Training…
Deputy Commander Land Force Major General Felix Busozori closed a pre-deployment training programme for two Uganda Peoples’ Defence Forces Battle Groups at the International Peace Support Operations Training Centre (IPSO-TC) Singo. Maj Gen Busozori commended the troops for their endurance, discipline and tactical competence demonstrated throughout the training. He reminded the troops that the increasingly…
The Uganda Peoples’ Defence Forces (UPDF) Motorised Infantry Division has commenced a refresher course at the Division Headquarters in Nakasongola District for newly recruited soldiers of Intake 3/2026 to consolidate their military skills and prepare them for future operational assignments. While opening the course, the Division Commander, Major General Charles Byanyima, described the refresher course…