UPDF Expands Footprint in Teso and Karamoja with New Brigade Headquarters
The Third Infantry Division of Uganda Peoples’ Defense Forces (UPDF) got 204 acres of land from Kapelebyong community for the establishment of a newly created brigade headquarters to boost security, peace and foster development for the people of Kapelebyong district in Teso and Karamoja Subregions.
Kapelebyong LCV Chairperson, Francis Akorikin and a community member show the land to the UPDF for a brigade establishment.
The local community in Kapelebyong has generously donated 204 acres of land to the Uganda Peoples’ Defence Forces (UPDF) 3 Infantry Division so that they can build a new brigade headquarters located there.
This strategic move aims to bolster security, peace, and development in the Teso and Karamoja sub-regions.
Following months of community engagement and stakeholder meetings, the land was officially handed over at a joint stakeholders’ meeting in Aturai village, Kapelebyong District.
Hon. Akorokin Francis, District Chairperson, said, “The community and customary land owners, represented by Mzee Oumo Joseph and Moka George William, hand over 204 acres to UPDF for a military brigade headquarters to protect and provide security to the people of Teso, Karamoja, and Uganda.”
Maj Gen Don William Nabasa, Commander of 3 Infantry Division, expressed his gratitude to the people of Kapelebyong for their kindness. He assured them that the Usalama One Brigade will bring associated infrastructure and amenities, benefiting community members with social services like healthcare, education, and water.
Maj Gen Nabasa encouraged continued collaboration with joint security forces to maintain peace and security, fostering economic growth.
UPDF Officers with with workers at Kapelebyong district local government
The District Chairperson announced that funds have been allocated to upgrade road infrastructure and drill water sources, while the Ministry of Energy will extend power lines to the new establishment.
The Resident District Commissioner, Mr. Olinga Tom Otukoli, thanked the landowners and committee for their steadfastness, reaffirming the government’s commitment to fulfilling its 2021 manifesto and securing citizens’ futures.
Present at the ceremony were Brig Gen Wilberforce Sserunkuma, Deputy Commander of 3 Infantry Division; Brigade Commanders; District leaders; technical officials; Olaboro John Robert, Cabinet member and Security Mobiliser for Teso Cultural Union; and other dignitaries.
