Gen Rudzani Maphwanya, South African Chief of National Defence Force, emphasised security diplomacy as the foundation for all diplomatic efforts, stating that political and business diplomacy can thrive only if security diplomacy is in place. He made the remarks at a dinner hosted by his Ugandan counterpart, Gen Muhoozi Kainerugaba, at Serena Kigo. Gen…
General Muhoozi Kainerugaba, Chief of Defense Forces of the Uganda Peoples’ Defence Forces (UPDF), met with General Rudzani Maphwanya, Chief of the South African National Defense Force, at the Special Forces Command Headquarters in Entebbe. Attendees included Lt Gen Kayanja Muhanga, Commander of Land Forces, Lt Gen Charles Okidi, Commander Airforce, Maj Gen Jack…
Mr Nathan Twine, Principal Legal Officer of the Amnesty Commission, has urged former Allied Democratic Forces (ADF) combatants to embrace peace and good behaviour upon reintegration into their communities. Speaking at the Ministry of Defence and Veteran Affairs (MODVA) Headquarters in Mbuya, Kampala, Mr Twine emphasised the need to respect the law, warning, “We expect…
Brig Gen William Bainomugisha, Commandant of the Military Police Brigade, has called on soldiers to uphold discipline and steer clear of criminal activities. Addressing 53 inmates set for release at the Makindye Military Police Headquarters, Brig Gen Bainomugisha highlighted the significant cost of keeping detainees, which strains welfare resources and contributes to manpower shortages.…
Gen Muhoozi Kainerugaba, Uganda’s Chief of Defence Forces and Senior Presidential Advisor for Special Operations, met with Turkish Ambassador Mehmet Fatih AK and Turkish Defense Attaché Lt Col Caner Sağlam at Special Forces Command Headquarters in Entebbe. The discussion centered on the growing economic and security ties between Uganda and Turkey. Turkey’s presence…
The Chief of Defence Forces (CDF), General Muhoozi Kainerugaba, has extended financial assistance to the families affected by the tragic shooting on 20 October 2024 in Paimol village, Agago District. The incident, involving Uganda Peoples’ Defence Forces (UPDF) soldier Private Ameny Bonny, left three people dead and three others injured. The CDF through…
The UK High Commissioner to Uganda, H.E Lisa Chesney, has hailed the historical relations between the United Kingdom and Uganda, expressing pride in being the custodian of these relations. Having just completed her first month in the role, H.E. Chesney noted that she has received the warmest welcome of her diplomatic career in Uganda.…
Uganda has received another consignment of Foot-and-Mouth Disease (FMD) vaccines from Egypt, comprising 2.5 million doses. The shipment was officially received yesterday by the Special Forces Commander, Maj Gen David Mugisha, on behalf of the Chief of Defence Forces (CDF), Gen Muhoozi Kainerugaba. The reception event, also witnessed by Col McDans Kamugira, the CDF’s…
Wazalendo Savings and Credit Cooperative Society (WSACCO) recently welcomed 400 Junior Non-Commissioned Officers (JNCOs) for a study tour at its Kiwatule headquarters. These officers, currently enrolled in a four-month leadership course at Hima Training School in Kasese District, explored strategies for financial management and investment. WSACCO’s Head of Human Resource and Administration, Lt…
The European Union Special Representative for the Great Lakes Region, Ambassador Johan Borgstam, met with Gen Muhoozi Kainerugaba, Chief of Defence Forces of the Uganda Peoples’ Defence Forces (UPDF). The leaders discussed regional security, Operation Shujaa’s progress, and future EU-Uganda cooperation. Ambassador Borgstam praised the UPDF’s vital role in maintaining regional stability, acknowledging…