He highlighted the UPDF’s dedication and the success of its peacekeeping efforts, noting that Uganda was the first country to deploy troops to Somalia under President Museveni’s leadership.
General Muhoozi Kainerugaba, CDF of the UPDF, delivered a forceful message at a logistics retreat: corrupt officials must “reform immediately, or better still leave our cherished UPDF before they are found
The two parties agreed to explore areas of collaboration within the defence industries, particularly through NEC’s joint ventures such as Proheli International Services Ltd, which specialises in the maintenance, repair, and overhaul of helicopters.
President Yoweri Kaguta Museveni Oversees Swearing-In of Nine New Judges, Calls for Culturally Rooted Justice System
President Yoweri Museveni has called for constitutional amendments to uphold military courts’ authority in trying civilians found with illegal firearms. Reacting to a Supreme Court ruling against this practice, he argued that military courts are crucial for national security and questioned why armed civilians should not face military trials.
Uganda joined the global community in commemorating World Wetlands Day, marking the 54th anniversary of the signing of the Ramsar Convention in the city of Ramsar, Iran in Katerera Sub-County, Rubirizi District Sunday 2nd February 2024.
The East African Community aims to introduce a common currency by 2031, contingent on successful fiscal and monetary policy harmonization. East African Affairs Minister Rebecca Kadaga highlighted ongoing progress while noting delays in political integration.
President Yoweri Museveni urged Ugandans to continue supporting the National Resistance Movement (NRM) to sustain peace, development, and wealth creation. Speaking in Lira, he laid a wreath at the Barlonyo monument, commemorating victims of the 2004 LRA massacre, emphasizing that Uganda’s current peace is a result of strategic efforts, including defeating the LRA and ADF.
Kenya, Uganda, and Tanzania have received a boost as the Confederation of African Football (CAF) confirmed new dates for the 2024 Africa Nations Championship (CHAN), now set for August 2–30, 2025, after infrastructure delays forced a postponement.
Joshua Baraka has been nominated for the Best Artist Eastern Africa category at the Trace Awards and Summit 2025, which will take place from February 24–26 at Mora Zanzibar Resort.
