The Ministry of Defence and Veteran Affairs (MODVA) and the Uganda Peoples’ Defence Forces (UPDF) fraternity regret to announce with deep sorrow the untimely deaths of UPDF Generals; Brig Gen Fred Katuita Twinamatsiko, Director Training and Doctrine for the Land Forces and Brig Gen (Rtd) Frank Katende Kyambadde, which both occurred yesterday Friday 13 September…
Preparations for the Uganda Peoples’ Defence Forces (UPDF) Chief of Defence Forces (CDF) Tournament, also known as the ‘CDF Cup’, have gained momentum after the Resident City Commissioner’s (RCC) office in Fort Portal City offered to actively participate in its preparation. The 16th edition of the annual UPDF event, hosted by the UPDF Mountain…
President Yoweri Museveni has praised the late Gen Aronda Nyakairima, who served as Chief of Defence Forces from 2003 to 2013, for his significant role in professionalising the Uganda Peoples’ Defence Force (UPDF). The President, speaking on Tuesday afternoon at an event organised to pay tribute to Gen Aronda, said the commander “was outstanding…
The Chief of Defence Forces (CDF) Gen Muhoozi Kainerugaba has emphasised the importance of global power being shared among numerous countries, saying it presents a significant advantage for Africa’s future. Speaking at a lecture organised to honour former CDF Gen Aronda Nyakairima, Gen Kainerugaba argued that the continent’s historical challenges—such as slavery and colonisation—arose…
Lieutenant General Sam Okiding, Deputy Chief of Defence Forces, praised retiring officers for their selfless dedication to serving the country over the years, particularly their outstanding contributions to the Uganda Peoples’ Defence Forces. Speaking at the official send-off ceremony of 144 senior officers at the Ministry of Defence and Veteran Affairs headquarters in Mbuya,…
Maj Gen Jack Bakasumba, Chief of Joint Staff, has emphasised the need for African countries to work together to address regional security challenges. Speaking to a delegation of Directing Staff and Students from the Nigerian Army College of Logistics and Management, Maj Gen Bakasumba who represented the Chief of Defence Forces said that “African solutions…
The Ministry of Defence and Veteran Affairs and Uganda Peoples’ Defence Forces in conjunction with the Ministry of Internal Affairs will hold the 1st Kampala Defence and Security Expo 2024 in memory of the late General Aronda Nyakairima. The event will be celebrated under the theme; “Celebrating the life of Hon Gen Aronda Nyakairima;…
Maj Gen Don Nabasa, the Commander of the 3 Infantry Division of the Uganda Peoples’ Defence Forces (UPDF), has commended the Wazalendo leadership for prioritising soldiers’ welfare through strategic policies and investment options, aligning with the institutional strategic vision. “I commend you for formulating effective policies and investment options to enhance soldiers’ welfare, as…
Uganda and Belgium have reaffirmed their commitment to cooperation and collaboration. This follows a meeting between Gen Muhoozi Kainerugaba, Chief of Defence Forces (CDF) and Senior Presidential Adviser for Special Operations, and H.E. Hugues Chantry, Ambassador of Belgium to Uganda, which took place at the Special Forces Headquarters in Entebbe. The discussion focused…
The Chief of Defence Forces and Senior Presidential Adviser for Special Operations, Gen Muhoozi Kainerugaba, this afternoon received the new Japanese Ambassador to Uganda, H.E. Sasayama Takuya, at the Special Forces Command headquarters in Entebbe. Gen Kainerugaba welcomed the new ambassador to Uganda before they engaged in a private meeting to discuss bilateral co-operation…