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URA’s Advanced X-ray Scanners Uncover Firearm in Baggage at Elegu

The Uganda Revenue Authority (URA) intercepted a pistol hidden in baggage at the Elegu One-Stop Border Post on the Uganda–South Sudan border. The weapon was found using advanced NII X-ray scanners and led to the arrest of Heba Youssef Taleldin Mamoud. The incident underscores the effectiveness of URA’s Non-Intrusive Inspection technology in enhancing border security. […]

UPDF’s Wazalendo SACCO Recognised Among Africa’s Fastest-Growing SACCOs

The African Confederation for Cooperative Savings and Credit Associations (ACCOSCA) has recognised Wazalendo Savings and Credit Cooperative Society (WSACCO) as a model SACCO in Uganda and one of the top ten fastest-growing SACCOs in Africa announced by ACCOSCA’s Executive Director, Mr. George Ombado, who led a delegation of the ACCOSCA Board of Directors during a […]

General Muhoozi Kainerugaba and Chinese Ambassador Discuss Defense Projects and Bilateral Relations

General Muhoozi Kainerugaba, Chief of Defence Forces and Senior Presidential Advisor for Special Operations in Uganda, met with Chinese Ambassador Zhang Lizhong on July 10th, 2024, at the Special Forces Headquarters in Entebbe. The Chief of Defence Forces (CDF), General Muhoozi Kainerugaba, who is also the Senior Presidential Advisor for Special Operations (SPA/SO), yesterday met […]

Nationwide Crackdown on Motorists and Motorcyclists Announced by Uganda Policesec

Uganda Police, in collaboration with the military, have launched a nationwide operation targeting unlicensed drivers, expired licenses, and non-compliant boda boda riders. The operation also focuses on drivers under the influence of alcohol and vehicles using illegal sirens and lights. The initiative aims to restore order on the roads. Uganda Police have announced the commencement […]

UPDF Builds 52 Housing Units to Boost Personnel’s Welfare

The Uganda People’s Defence Forces (UPDF) has constructed 52 new housing units at the 507 Brigade headquarters in Pader district, aimed at addressing the welfare of its personnel on Tuesday, July 9th, 2024. On Tuesday, July 9th, 2024, Major General Francis Takirwa, the Deputy Commander of the Land Force, commissioned the units, which included a […]

New Police Spokesperson Rusoke Kituuma Vows Transparency and Trust in Communications

Rusoke Kituuma the recently appointed new police spokesperson, succeeding Fred Enanga, has emphasized his dedication to enhancing transparency and fostering effective communication between the Police Force and the public. He outlined his commitment to openness, honesty, and building trust through accessible dialogue with citizens and media. Rusoke Kituuma, recently appointed as the new police spokesperson, […]

Chief of Joint Staff Meets First-ever Chinese Military Advisor to Uganda

Major General Jack Bakasumba, Chief of Joint Staff, met with Colonel Zhang Hao, the first-ever Chinese Military Advisor to Uganda, at the Ministry of Defence and Veteran Affairs in Mbuya. Col Zhang praised the historical relations between Uganda and China. Maj Gen Jack Bakasumba(2L) in a meeting with the new Chinese Defence Attache Col Zhang […]

UPDF Team Kicks Off Recruitment at Akii-Bua Stadium in Lira

The UPDF National recruitment team is at Akii-Bua Stadium to recruit shortlisted candidates who had applied and were shortlisted to join the forces on Sunday 7th July 2024. On Sunday, July 7, 2024, in Akii-Bua Stadium, the UPDF National Recruitment team will be recruiting shortlisted people who applied and were selected to enlist in the […]

UPDF Returns Impounded Fishing Gears to Congolese

The Uganda People’s Defence Forces Fish Protection Unit, together with Buliisa District leadership, has returned the impounded fishing gear to Congolese fishermen, which was impounded on the Lake Albert waters. The Congolese fishermen who had their fishing gear detained on Lake Albert waters have received it back from the Uganda People’s Defence Forces (UPDF) Fish […]

Gen. Muhoozi Kainerugaba Hosts Ethiopian Military Chief in Kampala

Gen Muhoozi Kainerugaba, Chief of Defence Forces and Senior Presidential Advisor for Special Operations, hosted, Ethiopian Chief of the General Staff, Field Marshal Berhanu Jula, at Ndere Center in Kampala.. Gen Muhoozi and the Ethiopian Chief of the General Staff, Field Marshal Berhanu Jula, interacting with some of the guests. Gen. Muhoozi Kainerugaba, the Chief […]