Gen Kainerugaba Hails Late Brig Gen Wolimbwa as Pillar of UPDF Professionalism

The Chief of Defence Forces, Gen Muhoozi Kainerugaba, has paid tribute to the late Brig Gen Bonny Geoffrey Wolimbwa, describing him as a diligent and professional officer who served Uganda with passion and distinction.

Delivering his message through the Joint Staff Strategy and Planning, Maj Gen Don William Nabasa, at the burial on 30 August 2025 in Mutufu village, Buhugu Sub-County, Sironko District, Gen Kainerugaba commended the late officer as a pillar of professionalism in the Uganda Peoples’ Defence Forces (UPDF).

“From time to time, he has been promoting neutral professionalism which is practically based on the courses he had successfully accomplished,” he said, noting Brig Gen Wolimbwa’s leadership and command expertise.

The UPDF Chief added that the force was deeply saddened by the loss of such a senior and professional officer whose service was still much needed. “We join family, relatives, and friends at this difficult time to mourn the fallen comrade whom we shall always remember,” he said.

Brig Gen Wolimbwa joined the UPDF on 20 November 1995 as a cadet and rose through the ranks to Brigadier General. He served as Commandant of the Basic Military Training School, Kaweweta, from May 2023 until his passing on 21 August 2025.

The Minister of State for Karamoja and Woman Member of Parliament for Sironko District, Hon Florence Nambozo Wamala, described him as “a brother, a frontliner, a safeguard to the nation, a trainer, a teacher, and a patriot.”

His widow, Angee Janet, expressed heartfelt gratitude to the President and Commander-in-Chief of the UPDF, H.E. Gen (Rtd) Yoweri Kaguta Museveni, for the invaluable guidance and support extended to her late husband during his years of dedicated service.

Speaking on behalf of friends, the Chief of Staff – Air Force, Brig Gen David Gonyi, said Brig Gen Wolimbwa lived “a life dedicated to service, a heart devoted to mentorship, and a spirit that shaped generations. His legacy reminds us that true greatness lies not only in ranks but in values we leave behind.”

The late Brig Gen Wolimbwa was accorded an 11-gun salute.

His burial was attended by UPDF generals, senior officers, Members of Parliament, clergy, cultural leaders, politicians, and other dignitaries.