Uganda And Russia Strengthen Defence Ties In High-Level Meeting
Uganda has reaffirmed its commitment to international partnerships, with the Minister of Defence and Veterans Affairs, Hon. Jacob Oboth-Oboth, describing the country as “one of the most accessible nations in Africa.” During a high-level meeting with a Russian delegation at the Ministry of Defence and Veterans Affairs (MODVA) headquarters in […]
Defence Minister Oboth, UK Envoy Sadler Discuss Regional Stability
The Minister of Defence and Veteran Affairs, Hon Jacob Marksons Oboth today met with the UK’s Special Envoy to the Great Lakes Region, Tiffany Sadler, at the Ministry of Defence headquarters in Mbuya, reaffirming the longstanding partnership between the two nations. Hon Oboth emphasised the strong historical ties, stating, “The […]
Minister Oboth Urges EU To Deepen Security Cooperation With Uganda
The Minister of Defence and Veteran Affairs, Hon Jacob Marksons Oboth, has urged the European Union to bolster its collaboration with Uganda, particularly in the defence sector, to address escalating security threats within Uganda and the broader East African region. During a meeting held at the Ministry of Defence and […]
Minister Oboth-Oboth Reiterates Uganda’s Commitment Towards Supporting The Eastern Africa Standby Force
The Minister of Defence and Veteran Affairs, the Honourable Jacob Marksons Oboth-Oboth, has reiterated Uganda’s commitment to supporting the Eastern Africa Standby Force in fulfilling its mandate. Hon. Oboth stated, “As the Government of Uganda and the Ministry of Defence and Veteran Affairs, we are here to support and ensure […]
UPDF And NORINCO To Establish UAV Workshop In Uganda
The Minister of Defence and Veteran Affairs, Hon. Vincent Bamulangaki Ssempjjja together with the Chinese Executive President of NORINCO (North Industries Corporation), Mr. Yang Xiaoqing commissioned a Joint Research and Innovation Centre, Anfo production line for Kyoga Dynamics, and groundbreaking of a comprehensive unmanned aerial vehicle workshop in Nakasongola. This […]
Minister Oboth Applauds Efforts Towards Quality Military Education In African Staff Colleges
The Minister of State for Defence, Hon. Jacob Marksons Oboth has applauded the African Conference of Commandants (ACoC) for its contribution towards Africa’s security through quality military education and enhancing cooperation amongst African Staff Colleges. “It is my pleasure to learn that this organization, the African Conference of Commandants brings […]
EU Ambassador Commends Uganda’s Peace Efforts in the Region
The European Union Ambassador to Uganda, His Excellency Jan Sadek has lauded Uganda’s commitment towards peace, security and stability in the region during a meeting with the Minister of Defence and Veteran Affairs, Hon. Vincent Bamulangaki Ssempijja. Mr. Sadek had led a European Union delegation in Uganda as they met […]
Uganda Inaugurates National Forensic Sciences University, First In Africa
The Third Deputy Prime Minister has today officiated at the inauguration ceremony of the National Forensic Sciences University (India – Africa Campus) on behalf of the President of the Republic of Uganda and Commander in Chief of the Uganda Peoples’ Defence Forces (UPDF) H.E (Gen) Yoweri Kaguta Museveni. The inauguration […]
UPDF And South African Defence Forces Military Police Sign Defence Cooperation Agreement
The Uganda Peoples’ Defence Forces and South African National Defence Forces have signed a defence cooperation agreement that will see the two institutions from their respective countries share training experiences and exchange programs intending to enhance the Military Police functions of their respective countries. The cooperation agreement was signed by […]
Defence Minister Meets European Union Envoy For Africa
The Minister of Defence and Veteran Affairs Hon. Vincent Bamulangaki Ssempijja has today met with the Deputy Managing Director for Africa at the European Union External Service; H.E Benard Quintin. The meeting at the Ministry of Defence and Veteran Affairs (MODVA) Headquarters in Mbuya, Kampala; aimed at strengthening cooperation in […]