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UPDF Senior Officers Visit Ethiopian Airforce Headquarters

A high-level UPDF delegation led by Lt Gen. Sam Okiding visited Ethiopia to discuss defense cooperation. Representing Gen. Muhoozi Kainerugaba, the team toured Ethiopian Airforce facilities and engaged in talks with Ethiopian military leaders to explore collaboration in airforce development and other military areas. UPDF Senior Officers Visiting Ethiopian Airforce Headquarters The Deputy Chief of […]

Uganda and Egypt Strengthen Strategic Partnership Through Defense and Health Collaboration

Gen. Muhoozi Kainerugaba, Chief of Defence Forces, hosted Gen. Mohamed Ashraf of Egypt’s General Intelligence Service at the Special Forces Command Headquarters in Entebbe. The leaders emphasized the importance of Uganda-Egypt ties, regional peace, and tackling shared challenges. The Chief of Defence Forces, Gen. Muhoozi Kainerugaba, hosted a meeting on Tuesday 10th December, 2024 with […]

Egypt Delivers Hepatitis C Drugs to Uganda Following High-Level Talks

Uganda has received a consignment of Hepatitis C drugs from Egypt, enough to treat 500 patients. The delivery, made on Monday morning, was facilitated by General Mohamed Ashraf of Egypt’s General Intelligence Service (GIS) and received by Maj Gen BD Mugisha on behalf of Uganda’s Chief of Defence Forces, Gen Muhoozi Kainerugaba. SFC Commander Maj […]

State-of-the-Art UPDF Headquarters Nears Completion Ahead of Schedule

Under Gen. Muhoozi Kainerugaba’s leadership, the Uganda People’s Defence Forces and Ministry of Defence and Veteran Affairs Headquarters have seen significant transformation in just eight months The State-of-the-Art UPDF Headquarters After only eight months with Gen Muhoozi Kainerugaba at the helm of the Uganda People’s Defence Forces, the Ministry of Defence and Veteran Affairs (MoDVA) […]

IGP Asks Promoted Officers to Roll Out Sub County Policing Model

The IGP implored the promoted senior officers to ensure their subordinates and superiors are focused on achieving the mission of protecting Ugandans at Police Headquarters Naguru. At Police Headquarters Naguru, the IGP urged the promoted senior officers to make sure their superiors and subordinates are committed to fulfilling the job of defending Ugandans. Speaking at […]

Over 73,000 Guns Fingerprinted in Bold Move to Combat Gun Violence

The Government of Uganda has fingerprinted over 73,000 firearms since 2018 as part of a comprehensive effort to curb gun violence, enhance public safety, and strengthen crime investigations using advanced forensic technology. The Government of Uganda has achieved significant progress in curbing gun violence and enhancing public safety. Since 2018, a remarkable 92% of all […]

500 UPDF Troops Flagged Off for African Union Mission in Somalia

The Uganda Peoples’ Defence Forces (UPDF) has flagged off 500 troops for deployment under the African Union Transition Mission in Somalia (ATMIS) and the Uganda Military Training and Mentoring Team (UMTMT) which took place at the International Peace Support Operations Training Centre (IPSO-TC) in Singo, Nakaseke District, was held on yesterday 3rd December 2024 The […]

UPDF Leads Uganda to Victory at Africa Military Games in Abuja

The Uganda People’s Defence Forces (UPDF) excelled at the Africa Military Games in Abuja, Nigeria, earning nine medals, including four golds. Their discipline and skill highlighted Uganda’s prominence in military sports. The Uganda People’s Defence Forces (UPDF) athletes demonstrated outstanding performance at the second edition of the Africa Military Games, held in Abuja, Nigeria, securing […]

Gen Muhoozi Kainerugaba Strengthens Uganda-Japan Ties in Meeting with Minister Fujii Hisayuki

Gen Muhoozi Kainerugaba, Uganda’s Chief of Defence Forces, met Japan’s State Minister for Foreign Affairs, Fujii Hisayuki, during his visit to Japan. Minister Fujii emphasized Japan’s commitment to enhancing bilateral relations and highlighted the importance of dignitaries’ mutual visits. The Chief of Defence Forces, Gen Muhoozi Kainerugaba, met Japan’s State Minister for Foreign Affairs Fujii […]

Uganda and Turkey Strengthen Economic and Security Ties

General Muhoozi Kainerugaba of Uganda and Turkish Ambassador Mehmet Fatih AK met in Entebbe to discuss the growing economic and security ties between Uganda and Turkey. Key points included Turkey’s involvement in major infrastructure projects in Uganda, such as the Hoima Sports Stadium and the Standard Gauge Railway, as well as road construction initiatives. Gen […]