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Turmoil: SFC Commandos Storm Juba Amid Rising Tensions

Uganda has dispatched special forces to South Sudan’s capital, Juba, to bolster security amid escalating tensions between President Salva Kiir and his First Vice President, Riek Machar. The deployment, confirmed by Uganda’s Chief of Defence Forces (CDF) Gen. Muhoozi Kainerugaba, comes as

March 12, 2025

Security

Deputy Lands Boss Maj Gen.Takirwa Lectures UPDF Soldiers On Discipline, Patience &Commitment Crucial In Military Service

The Deputy Commander Land Force,Maj Gen Francis Takirwa has underscored the importance of discipline, patience, and commitment as essential virtues for soldiers to uphold throughout their military service. He emphasised that a soldier’s discipline serves as the foundation for fostering positive attitudes

August 6, 2024

Security

Don’t Waste Your Gratuity In Kampala Women & Booze -CJS Bakasumba Warns Retiring UPDF Generals

Maj Gen Jack Bakasumba, Chief Joint Staff, has praised outgoing Generals of the Uganda Peoples’ Defence Forces (UPDF) for their tireless dedication and selfless commitment, which has significantly contributed to the prevailing peace in the country. He specifically commended them for their

August 2, 2024

Security

CDF Gen Muhoozi Commends Promoted Officers For Contribution To National Defence

General Muhoozi Keinerugaba, Chief of Defence Forces and Senior Presidential Advisor for Special Operations has commended the recently promoted senior officers of the Uganda Peoples’ Defence Forces (UPDF) for their unwavering dedication and remarkable contribution to national defence. Gen Kainerugaba was presiding

July 27, 2024

Security

CDF Gen Kainerugaba, Chinese Ambassador Zhang Lizhong Discuss Defence And Security Projects

The Chief of Defence Forces (CDF), General Muhoozi Kainerugaba, who is also the Senior Presidential Advisor for Special Operations (SPA/SO), met with the Chinese Ambassador to Uganda, His Excellency Zhang Lizhong, at the Special Forces Headquarters in Entebbe. The Wednesday afternoon meeting

July 11, 2024

Security

Deputy UPDF Lands Boss Gen.Takirwa Commissions 52 Housing Units In 507 Brigade

The deputy commander of land forces, Maj Gen Francis Takirwa has officially opened 52 housing units at the 507 Brigade headquarters in the 5 Infantry Division, Pader district. The commissioned units comprise the Brigade Commander’s residence, accommodation for other ranks, and a

July 10, 2024

Security

Amnesty Commission Applauds UPDF For Restoring Peace In Eastern DRC

The Amnesty Commission commended the Uganda Peoples’ Defence Forces (UPDF) for their outstanding efforts in restoring peace in the Eastern Democratic Republic of Congo and implementing the Amnesty Act. Mr. Draku Moses, the Principal Public Relations Officer of the Amnesty Commission, addressed

June 22, 2024

Security

M7 Extends Brig.Mugabe’s Contract As Chairman General Court Martial

President Yoweri Kaguta Museveni, has officially renewed the contract of Brigadier Freeman Robert Mugabe as Chairperson of the General Court Martial. Brigadier Mugabe’s contract, which expired on June 9th, was renewed last Thursday, according to a letter dated June 6th, 2024. The

June 19, 2024

News·Security

M7 Appoints Brig Nyakikuru As New Deputy SFC Commander

The commander in chief of armed forces General Yoweri Kaguta Museveni has appointed Brig. Asaph Nyakikuru Mweteise, deputy commander of the Special Forces Command. Nyakikuru, who was two months ago promoted from the rank of Colonel to Brigadier, will take over from

June 18, 2024

Crime·Security

Police Recover UPDF Gun from Karamojong Warrior in Moroto

Moroto, Uganda — Police in Moroto district have successfully recovered a gun belonging to the Uganda People’s Defence Forces (UPDF) from a Karamojong warrior in Nadunget Town Council. The recovery took place on Friday around 9:00 PM, following a tip-off from the

June 17, 2024

Security

Big Story! SADC Forces Engage M23 Rebels in Eastern DRC as Violence Intensifies

The Southern African Development Community (SADC) troops in eastern Democratic Republic of Congo have, unlike their East African predecessors, been involved in armed combat against the M23 rebels, making peaceful negotiations a distant reality. The East African Community Countries (EACRF), whose mandate

June 17, 2024

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