On April 2nd, 2024, Gen Muhoozi Kainerugaba, Uganda’s Chief of Defence Forces, commissioned the administration block at Ruhengyere Barracks, also known as Camp Rufu, in western Uganda. He praised the 206 Commando Brigade for their efficiency and labeled them as model soldiers within the UPDF. The Chief of Defence Forces,Gen Muhoozi Kainerugaba in a group […]
Lt. Gen. Sam Okiding, recently promoted to deputy chief of defence forces by President Yoweri Museveni, has handed over his role as the outgoing African Union Transition Mission in Somalia force commander. The handover ceremony took place in Mogadishu, Somalia, where Maj. Gen. Marius Ngendabanka assumed the position of acting ATMIS force commander. New deputy […]
In response to reports of ADF rebel leaders infiltrating the country, joint security agencies have initiated patrols along the western border. Public vigilance and reporting of suspicious activity are encouraged, with severe consequences for those aiding rebels. In response to reports concerning the infiltration of notorious Allied Democratic Forces (ADF) rebel leaders into the country, […]
President Yoweri Museveni has made significant changes in the Uganda Peoples Defence Forces (UPDF), appointing Maj. Gen. Sam Kavuma as the Force Commander of the African Transition Mission in Somalia (ATMIS). President Yoweri Museveni, the Commander In Chief of the Armed Forces on Monday, March 25, carried out a fresh promotion and changes in the […]
The African Union Transition Mission in Somalia praises Uganda’s Formed Police Unit for diligently executing their mandate and aiding in the capacity building of the Somali Police Force during a medal parade ceremony in Mogadishu. ATMIS Police Commissioner CP Hillary Sao Kanu and senior ATMIS police and military commanders in a group photo during the […]
President Yoweri Museveni has appointed Gen Muhoozi Kainerugaba as the new Chief of Defence Forces, replacing Gen Wilson Mbadi. Gen Kainerugaba retains his role as the Senior Presidential Advisor for Special Operations. President Yoweri Museveni who is also the Commander in Chief of the armed forces, yesterday 21st March 2024 appointed Gen Muhoozi Kainerugaba as […]
Uganda’s Army Chief of Defence Forces, Gen. Wilson Mbasu Mbadi, reaffirmed UPDF’s commitment to implementing an MOU with the Central African Republic (CAR), signed on January 17th, 2024, in Kampala. Uganda Army Chief of Defence Forces Gen. Wilson Mbasu Mbadi and minister Claude Rameaux Bireau of Central African Republic at the ministry of Defense headquarters […]
Brigadier General Anthony Lukwago Mbusi, Sector One Commander of UPDF troops in Somalia, praised the collaboration between UPDF and Somali forces in Barawe District, leading to peace despite Al-Shabaab’s provocations. During a four-day inspection, he urged maintaining operations to deny Al-Shabaab freedom, especially during Ramadan. Brigadier General Anthony Lukwago Mbusi, the Sector One Commander of […]
A successful police operation in Nsangi, Wakiso district, led to the arrest of over 80 suspects involved in ambush activities against travellers. Seized items suggest links to burglary. The Police in Nsangi, located within Wakiso district, have executed an intelligence-driven operation targeting individuals known for perpetrating ambushes against travellers. Patrick Onyango, the spokesperson for Kampala […]
Uganda Prisons Service Commissioner General, Johnson Byabashaija, supports the proposal to relocate Luzira Prison to pave the way for the construction of a five-star hotel, as suggested by President Museveni. Byabashaija highlights the advantages of relocation but expresses concerns about the substantial investment required. Uganda Prisons Service (UPS) Commissioner General Johnson Byabashaija has backed the […]
