Colonel Peter Ssemakula, a senior officer in the Uganda People’s Defence Forces (UPDF), has been arrested and detained over corruption allegations linked to a $200 million military procurement deal. Col. Ssemakula, who served as the Chief of Communications and IT (CCIT) in the UPDF, was taken into custody following an investigation into the controversial acquisition…
Former Rwanda Army Chief of Staff, Lieutenant-General Kayumba Nyamwasa, has made a bold claim, asserting that Rwanda is backing the M23 rebels currently fighting in the Democratic Republic of the Congo (DRC). “It’s an open secret. I don’t know why people even want to hide that,” he said in a recent statement, further fueling ongoing…
The Inspector General of Police (IGP), Abbas Byakagaba, has officially launched the Sub County Policing Model, a strategic initiative aimed at tackling rural crime and improving law enforcement presence across Uganda. The launch, held at Police Headquarters in Naguru, marks a significant step toward strengthening community security at the grassroots level. Under this new model,…
Uganda and Algeria have strengthened their military collaboration through the signing of a historic Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) aimed at deepening ties between the two nations’ armed forces. The agreement, which follows the recent visit by Gen Muhoozi Kainerugaba, Chief of Defence Forces of the Uganda Peoples’ Defence Forces (UPDF), marks a significant step in…
The Inspector General of Police, Abbas Byakagaba, has announced a series of strategic transfers and appointments within the Uganda Police Force, aimed at enhancing efficiency and effectiveness in the service. The changes, which include deployments to key diplomatic missions and directorates, demonstrate the force’s commitment to leveraging experienced officers for critical roles. In the latest…
Brigadier General Wilberforce Sserunkuma has officially assumed command of the Uganda Peoples’ Defence Forces (UPDF) 3rd Infantry Division, taking over from Major General Don Nabasa in a formal ceremony held in the Karamoja region. The event, presided over by Lieutenant General Muhanga Kayanja, Commander of the Land Forces, highlighted the division’s role in promoting peace…
Burundi has officially announced its decision to step away from the African Union Support and Stabilization Mission in Somalia (AUSSOM). This decision, disclosed by Ambassador Willy Nyamitwe, Burundi’s representative to the African Union, highlights growing disagreements regarding troop deployment and contribution limits within the mission. The primary issue stems from Burundi’s dissatisfaction with its assigned…
The Special Representative of the Chairperson of the African Union Commission (SRCC) for Somalia, Ambassador Mohamed El-Amine Souef, paid a visit to African Union Transition Mission in Somalia (ATMIS) personnel receiving medical care in Nairobi hospitals. These officers, injured during operations in Somalia, were transferred to Kenya for advanced medical attention. Ambassador Souef was joined…
Ugandan soldiers serving under the African Union Transition Mission in Somalia (ATMIS) have been recognized for their critical contributions to enhancing peace and stability in Somalia. Troops from Battle Group 39, deployed as part of Uganda’s commitment to the mission, were honored in a ceremony attended by senior officials from ATMIS and the Uganda Peoples’…
The Uganda People’s Defence Forces (UPDF) Amendment Bill 2024, introduced by State Minister for defence (veterans Affairs)Huda Abason Oleru, is set to redefine the structure and governance of Uganda’s military. The bill, currently under parliamentary review, seeks to enhance the UPDF’s operational efficiency by introducing new organizational units and overhauling military justice systems. Central to…
