The Commander Jinja Cantonment, Brig Gen Emmanuel Kanyesigye, has called on Uganda Peoples’ Defence Forces (UPDF) soldiers to embrace discipline, honesty, hard work, and accountability to enhance the effectiveness of the force. He made the remarks while officiating at the graduation ceremony of three military courses – the Basic Stores Management Course, Drivers Refresher Course,…
The Uganda Peoples’ Defence Forces (UPDF) has launched a month-long training program on gender-mixed engagement teams at the Uganda Rapid Deployment Capability Headquarters (HQ URDC). The course is designed to develop a cadre of trainers who will support the integration of gender-specific expertise into UPDF operations. Participants, drawn from various UPDF units and formations, are…
The Deputy Director of Defence Public Information (D/DDPI), Major Bilal Katamba, has called on Uganda Peoples’ Defence Forces (UPDF) personnel to exercise discipline while using social media, cautioning that irresponsible posts attract consequences under military law. While speaking to trainees of the Pre-Level III Military Police Course at Nsujju Mporwe Barracks in Mpigi District, Maj…
His Excellency Yoweri Kaguta Museveni, the President of the Republic of Uganda and Commander-in-Chief of the Uganda Peoples’ Defence Forces (UPDF), has urged the military to deepen its understanding of modern warfare, stressing that victory on the battlefield depends on mastering both the science and the art of military operations. He made the remarks while…
Brigadier General Wilberforce Sserunkuma, Commander of the Uganda Peoples’ Defence Forces (UPDF) 3 Infantry Division, has urged officers and other ranks to uphold ideological discipline and professional ethics, describing them as essential pillars for Uganda’s sovereignty, peace, and development. Addressing over 900 officers and militants at the School of Artillery and Air Defence (SAAD) in…
The Commander Air Force, Lt Gen Charles Okidi, has urged newly graduated officers to uphold integrity, discipline, and professionalism as they take on leadership roles within the Uganda Peoples’ Defence Forces (UPDF). “Each of you, regardless of your background or gender, has shown that excellence knows no boundaries. Uphold the highest standards of integrity and…
Brigadier General Michael Nyarwa, Commander of the Uganda Peoples’ Defence Forces (UPDF) Marine Brigade, has commended President Yoweri Museveni for transforming the army into a “peoples’ force” and a cornerstone of Uganda’s peace and stability. Speaking at the pass-out of Intake 18/25 of the Maritime Basic Induction Course (MBIC) at the Marine Sustainment Base…
Ninety officers of the Uganda Peoples’ Defence Forces (UPDF) have successfully completed the Grade III Staff Course at the Junior Staff College (JSC) in Gaddafi Barracks, Jinja City. The graduates were drawn from various units and formations across the Force. Speaking at the ceremony, Major General James Kinalwa, Joint Staff – Human Resource Management, praised…
The Chief of Defence Forces, Gen Muhoozi Kainerugaba has praised the significant strides made by the UPDF Air Force during a graduation ceremony at the Uganda Air Force College. Reflecting on its evolution, the CDF noted that what began as a guerrilla force without an air capability is now transforming into one of Africa’s most…
The Uganda Peoples’ Defence Forces (UPDF) Mountain Division has officially integrated 298 former local defence volunteers into its ranks following a pass-out ceremony held at the Mountain Warfare Training School (MWTS) in Ntoroko District. Presiding over the ceremony, Brig Gen Paul Muwonge, Deputy Commander of the Mountain Division, praised the new soldiers for their dedication…