Uganda People's Defence Forces (UPDF) Archives

Deadly: UPDF Launches Operation “Silent Storm” To Flush Out Alshabаab Terrorists

Africa Union Support and Stablisation Mission in Somalia (AUSSOM) Uganda Peoples Defence Forces (UPDF) Troops together with the Somali National Army (SNA), have launched Operation “SILENT STORM” against Al-Shabaab to recapture the previously lost Forward Operating Bases (FOBs) of Sabiid Anole, Aw

June 16, 2025

Big Story

Col Chris Magezi Appointed Interim UPDF Spokesperson

The Uganda People’s Defence Forces (UPDF) has designated Colonel Chris Magezi as the Acting Defence Public Information Officer (DDPIO) for a temporary period. His appointment, made by Major General Jack Bakasumba, follows the leave of Major General Felix Kulayigye, who is expected

March 14, 2025

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

Politics·Security

Gen. Muhoozi Kainerugaba’s Swift Rise to Chief of Defence Forces: A Political Game-Changer in Uganda

General Muhoozi Kainerugaba’s recent appointment as Chief of Defence Forces (CDF) marks a significant milestone in his career, potentially positioning him as one of the fastest-rising army officers in the Great Lakes region and bringing him closer to the presidency. With his

March 25, 2024

Crime·Security

Police Launch Manhunt For Assailants Accused Of Murdering UPDF Soldier In Lugazi

The police in Lugazi are currently investigating the murder of a Uganda People’s Defence Forces (UPDF) soldier. The incident occurred on December 31, 2023, and has left the community shocked and alarmed. The deceased has been identified as Lance Kopolo Robert Nyeba,

January 4, 2024

Crime

UPDF Soldiers Captured on Video Torturing Suspect, Face Court Martial

Three Uganda People’s Defence Forces (UPDF) soldiers will be tried publicly for the alleged torture of a suspected motorcycle thief. Since Tuesday, a video has been circulating on social media showing the suspect, identified as Nelson Omon, a resident of Lagot Village,

December 14, 2023

Security

Gen. Museveni Gives Update on Uganda’s Intensified Operation Against ADF Terrorists

President Yoweri Kaguta Museveni has updated Ugandans on the country’s intensified operations against the Allied Democratic Forces (ADF) terrorists. In a statement issued today, Gen. Museveni who is also the Commander In Chief of the Uganda People’s Defence Forces (UPDF) revealed that

December 6, 2023

News

M7 Orders UPDF To Engage Police,Locals To Fight ADF Rebels

President Yoweri Museveni has directed the Uganda People’s Defence Forces (UPDF) to involve the police and the Wananchi in the hunt for criminal elements of the Allied Democratic Force (rebels) terrorizing Ugandans. The President, who is also the Commander-in-Chief of the UPDF,

October 23, 2023

Crime

UPDF Officer Sentenced To 40 Years Over Murder

The Fourth Division Military Court Martial has sentenced a Uganda Peoples Defence Forces (UPDF) soldier to 40 years in jail for the murder of a civilian on Christmas Day at Bondo Military barracks in Arua district. Court presided over by the fourth

March 14, 2023

Crime

Over 70 Arrested In Intensified Security Operations Ahead of Christmas

A security swoop has led to the arrest of more than 70 suspected criminals in the Kampala Metropolitan area as security forces intensify their operations ahead of Christmas. The suspects were picked up from Kisenyi, Old Kampala, Katwe, and Mengo areas in

December 22, 2022