Major General Francis Okello, the Commandant of the National Defence College Uganda (NDC-U) and a high-ranking officer in the Uganda Peoples’ Defence Forces (UPDF), has stressed the importance of skilling youth as a crucial driver of Uganda’s socio-economic development and national security. Speaking during a visit to the Bunyoro Zonal Presidential Industrial Skilling…
Maj Gen Felix Busizoori, Commander of the 4 Infantry Division of the Uganda Peoples’ Defence Forces (UPDF), praised the outstanding performance of 92 graduates during the closing ceremony of the Training of Trainers (TOT) Methods of Instruction course at the Lugaya Uganda Wildlife Authority (UWA) Training Centre today. “Congratulations Commandant and your team for…
One hundred and seventeen trainees have successfully completed a six-month advanced course in communication and technology at the Uganda Peoples’ Defence Forces (UPDF) 5 Infantry Division Headquarters, with a strong call to embrace modern technological advancements. The Deputy Commander of the 5 Infantry Division, Colonel David Opeero, presided over the passing-out ceremony, emphasising the…
The Uganda Peoples’ Defence Forces (UPDF) today passed out 97 trainees who completed an eight-month Chinese and Arabic language course at the School of Defence Intelligence and Security in Migyera, Nakasongola. Major General Paul Muhanguzi, Commander of the 2 Infantry Division, who represented the Chief of Defence Forces, highlighted that learning new languages supports the…
Maj Gen Francis Okello, Commandant of the National Defence College Uganda (NDC-U) and senior officer in the Uganda Peoples’ Defence Forces (UPDF), has called on the people of Hoima to embrace unity in diversity as a key driver of national development and security. Speaking at events in Kigorobya Sub-county and at Hoima City headquarters…
Maj Gen Francis Okello of the Uganda Peoples’ Defence Forces (UPDF), who serves as the Commandant of the National Defence College Uganda (NDC-U), has encouraged Ugandans to engage in productive activities, particularly agriculture, to address insecurity and enhance livelihoods. During a visit to Kiboga District and Nkandwa Sub-County, Maj Gen Okello emphasised the value…
The Uganda Peoples’ Defence Forces (UPDF) has stressed the critical role of continuous training in strengthening ideological clarity and nurturing cadreship among its officers. This message was delivered at the conclusion of the first intake of the Training of Trainers (TOT) for the Political Education and Leadership Course (PELC) at the Oliver Reginald Tambo…
Maj Gen Henry Masiko, the Joint Staff Political Commissariat of the Uganda Peoples’ Defence Forces (UPDF), has stressed the pivotal role of political education in fostering a strong work ethic within the UPDF. He explained that ideology is the foundation of the army, ensuring personnel understand the purpose behind their service. At the opening…
Major General Don Nabasa, Commander of the 3 Division of the Uganda Peoples’ Defence Forces (UPDF), has called on soldiers to stay focused and dedicated to strengthening a professional force built on the foundation laid by the institution’s founding commanders and leaders. While presiding over the pass-out of 1,225 soldiers who completed various military courses…
Commander of the Marines Brigade, Brig Gen Michael Nyarwa, has highlighted the role of rigorous training as essential to building the Uganda Peoples’ Defence Forces (UPDF) skilled workforce and ensuring operational readiness. Addressing 53 newly qualified marines at their pass-out ceremony following a four-month Marine Basic Induction Course at Ntokolo Marine Training Base, Magamaga,…