The Commander of Uganda’s 4th Infantry Division, Brigadier General Felix Busizoori, has called upon retired soldiers to uphold the esteemed reputation of the Uganda Peoples’ Defence Forces (UPDF) as they transition to civilian life. During a retirement ceremony held today for 206 Non-Commissioned Officers at the Division headquarters in Gulu, Brig Gen Busizoori praised…
Brigadier General Stephen Kashure, Joint Chief of Staff of the Eastern Africa Standby Force (EASF), has highlighted the vital role of the EASF in safeguarding children, especially in conflict areas, by addressing their critical needs, providing necessary support, and facilitating the reintegration of child soldiers into civilian life. While officiating at the conclusion of…
Major General Don William Nabasa, Commander of the Uganda Peoples’ Defence Forces (UPDF) 3 Infantry Division, has highlighted the vital role of continuous training to ensure troops are prepared for the complexities of mission execution. Addressing the pass-out ceremony for 34 junior officers and 366 soldiers, who completed two months of intensive tactical training…
Major General Francis Takirwa, the Deputy Commander of the Land Force, has urged officers and personnel of the Uganda Peoples’ Defence Forces (UPDF) to adopt financial discipline and prioritise saving for their retirement. He warned against reckless spending and encouraged them to consider their futures. Maj Gen Takirwa made this appeal during the handover ceremony…
The Chief of Defence Forces and Senior Presidential Adviser for Special Operations, General Muhoozi Kainerugaba, has condemned the grievous act by Private Ameny Bonny, who shot dead three civilians and injured two others on Monday in Ngora East village, Ngora parish, Paimol sub-county, Agago district. This was contained in his message that was delivered…
European Union Heads of Mission in Uganda have highlighted the essential contributions of the Uganda Peoples’ Defence Forces (UPDF) to regional peace and stability. This commendation came during their recent visit to UPDF Colleges in Jinja, where they met with the Commandants of the National Defence College – Uganda (NDC – U), Senior Command…
The Uganda Peoples’ Defence Forces (UPDF) has learnt of the nasty and regrettable incident in which a soldier Private Amenoy Bonny of UPDF shot dead three innocent civilians and injured two in Agago district. The gruesome incident happened on 20 October 24 at around midnight in Ngora East village, Ngora Parish, Paimol Sub County,…
Maj Gen David Mugisha, Commander of the Special Force Command (SFC), has praised His Excellency President Yoweri Kaguta Museveni, Commander-in-Chief of the Uganda Peoples’ Defence Forces (UPDF), for transforming the army into a capable, efficient, and disciplined force that upholds national unity and security while fostering peace and stability in the region. “I wish…
The 5 Infantry Division Court Martial, presided over by Col Peter Musherure, has sentenced Private Odeyeka Bernard, aged 31 and a member of the 103 Battalion, to two years in prison for failing to protect war material, in violation of provisions of the UPDF Act. Private Bernard admitted guilt, acknowledging his carelessness in handling…
Lt Gen Sam Okiding, the Deputy Chief of Defence Forces, has emphasised the need for soldiers to fully grasp Uganda’s political landscape and the broader geopolitical environment. He stated, “A soldier who does not understand the politics of their country and the world is a potential threat.” Speaking at the conclusion of a week-long…