Uganda’s Mission in South Sudan is Legitimate and Has Saved Lives

Reference is made to the report of the Commission on Human Rights in South Sudan published on 27 February 2026 and the accompanying media reporting.

The current UPDF operation in South Sudan is completely legitimate. UPDF was invited by the sovereign government of the country, and the deployment was approved by Parliament of Uganda. UPDF has NEVER targeted civilians in its 45-year cherished history, that is why it is extremely popular with the people wherever it operates.

UPDF has over the years conducted successful military and peace support operations in Somalia, in Eastern DRC and in South Sudan. The people of South Sudan are happy with UPDF operations in the country which prevented internecine fighting in Juba and stopped the White Army’s atrocities against the population. The report is not exhaustive while the media reporting is biased and does not take into consideration Uganda’s positions which have been communicated numerous times to the UN. Uganda’s position is premised on continued political dialogue between the parties, prevention of widespread violence, and securing regional stability.