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UPDF Troops Praised for Counterterrorism Efforts in Barawe, Somalia

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 […]

Nsangi Police Bust Criminal Network: Over 80 Suspects Arrested

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 […]

Johnson Byabashaija, Uganda Prisons Service Commissioner General Supports Luzira prisons relocation

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 […]

UPDF Inaugurates Office for Protecting National Assets: Strengthening Uganda’s Security

The Uganda People’s Defence Forces inaugurated the Office of the Coordinator National Vital Assets and Strategic Installations, led by Maj. Gen. Moses Rwakitarate. The initiative aims to enhance protection of critical assets and installations in response to increasing security needs. Maj Gen Leopold Kyanda making his remarks during the meeting at the Ministry of Defence […]

Brig Gen James Kaija Appointed as New Chief Staff Officer of Operation Wealth Creation

Brig Gen James Kaija has been appointed as the new Chief Staff Officer of Operation Wealth Creation, replacing Brig Gen Akiiki Rugadya. The handover ceremony emphasized smooth transitions and acknowledged the contributions of outgoing leaders. The former UPDF Defence Attaché to the United Kingdom Brig Gen James Kaija, is now the new Operation Wealth Creation […]

IGP tasks National Forest Authority to produce evidence on Namanve land

 A legal dispute between the National Forestry Authority (NFA) and investors in Namanve Industrial Park over land ownership. The investors claim the land is not part of a forest reserve, citing a court ruling, but NFA insists it is. The police are investigating the matter, seeking evidence to resolve the dispute.

President Museveni Launches New Uganda People’s Defence Forces (UPDF) Establishment: A Milestone in Defence Transformation

President Museveni launched the new Uganda People’s Defence Forces (UPDF) establishment, delegating command and administration powers to General Wilson Mbasu Mbadi, the Chief of Defence Forces. This development, enacted at a Defence Council meeting, marks a significant milestone in defence transformation. President Museveni handing over the new UPDF establishment to Gen Mbadi at State House […]

ICC to Issue Compensatory Orders to Victims of LRA Commander Ongwen

The International Criminal Court will announce compensatory orders for victims of Dominic Ongwen, the Lord’s Resistance Army commander, on February 28, 2024. Ongwen was found guilty of crimes against humanity and war crimes in Northern Uganda and sentenced to 25 years in prison. The International Criminal Court (ICC) will issue compensatory orders to the victims […]

Over 200 KCCA Officials Join Leadership and Patriotism Course for Socio-Economic Transformation at Entebbe

Over 200 officials from the Kampala Capital City Authority (KCCA) have gathered at the Intelligence Training Institute in Entebbe for a one-week course on leadership and patriotism. The course is being attended by councilors, coordinators, mobilizers, and even persons with disabilities from the five divisions of KCCA yesterday, February 12th, 2024. More than 200 personnel […]

Celebrating Academic Excellence: A Tribute to SFC Primary Schools’ Achievements

Brig Gen. Bainababo, representing UPDF in Parliament, celebrated the academic success of SFC primary schools at Nsamizi Army Primary School. She thanked President Museveni for UPE and USE, enabling education for poor Ugandans. SFC Deputy Army commander, Brig Gen. Bainababo, who is also the representative of UPDF in Parliament addressing the Parents’ from Nsamizi, Marine […]