61 UPDF Officers Complete Platoon Commanders Course At Lugore Training School
A total of 61 Uganda Peoples’ Defence Forces (UPDF) officers, including two female officers, completed the Platoon Commanders Course at the 4 Infantry Training School in Lugore, Gulu District. Presiding over the pass-out ceremony, the Joint Staff Logistics, Brigadier General Godwin Karugaba, described training as one of the most important […]
“Training Is For Utilisation,” Says Brig Gen Bagonza As 105 Officers Graduate From Junior Staff College
Brig Gen Chris Bagonza, the Chief of Staff Land Force (COS-LF), today officiated as chief guest during the pass-out of Grade III Staff Course Intake 39/26 at the Junior Staff College in Jinja. Speaking during the pass-out, Brig Gen Bagonza noted that the day marks a milestone that reflects several […]
Major General Sserunkuma Urges Soldiers To Uphold Discipline And Patriotism
The Commander of the Uganda Peoples’ Defence Forces 3 Infantry Division, Major General Wilberforce Sserunkuma, has urged soldiers undergoing the Ideology and Leadership Course to uphold discipline and patriotism, saying these values remain central to military service and operations. He made the remarks during a lecture of opportunity for participants […]
BG 48 Begins Pre-Deployment Training At Singo
Col Moses Nabaasa, the Commandant of the International Peace Support Operations Training Centre (IPSO – TC), officially opened the Battle Group 48 (BG 48) Pre-Deployment Training (PDT), in Singo, Nakaseke district, on 10th June 2026, marking the start of an intense 16-week journey toward operational readiness. The Commandant welcomed the […]
52 Officers Graduate From Kimaka, Reminded Of Commitment To Welfare And Professionalism
The Minister of Defence and Veterans Affairs, Hon. Jacob Marksons Oboth, has reaffirmed the government’s ongoing commitment to the welfare and professional development of the Uganda Peoples’ Defence Forces (UPDF). He made the remarks while officiating at the graduation ceremony of 52 officers who completed the Grade II Command and […]
President Museveni Urges NDC Graduates To Combine Elements For Strategic National Security
The President of the Republic of Uganda and Commander-in-Chief of the UPDF, His Excellency Gen (Rtd) Yoweri Kaguta Museveni, has underscored the importance of understanding the linkages within the economy to effectively tackle Africa’s problems. Speaking at the graduation of Intake 3/2024–2025 at the National Defence College – Uganda (NDC-U) […]
Leadership Is A Responsibility, Not A Position, Says Hon Oboth-Oboth
The Minister of Defence and Veteran Affairs, Hon. Jacob Oboth-Oboth, has urged leaders in the public sector to embrace leadership as a responsibility rooted in character and integrity, rather than a mere position of authority. While delivering a lecture on “Leadership and Strategic Management in the Public Sector” to participants […]
Ministry Of Defence Launches Skills Training For Veterans And Families In Mbale
The Ministry of Defence and Veteran Affairs (MODVA), through its Directorate of Veteran Affairs (DVA), has rolled out a skilling and equipping workshop at Maluku District Headquarters, aimed at empowering 213 beneficiaries—including Uganda Peoples’ Defence Forces (UPDF) veterans, widows, and their children. Representing the Ministry, Mr Mabonga Mike, Commissioner for […]
President Museveni Officiates Pass-Out Ceremony For Tank Crew And Armoured Company Commanders
President Yoweri Kaguta Museveni, the Commander-in-Chief of the Uganda Peoples’ Defence Forces (UPDF), today presided over the pass-out ceremony for Armoured Company Commanders and tank crew trainees at the Mechanized Warfare College in Kalama, Mubende District. In his address, President Museveni congratulated the trainees and emphasised the importance of combined […]
President Museveni Hails UPDF Professionalism And Urges Focus On Agricultural Production
The President of the Republic of Uganda and Commander in Chief of the Uganda Peoples’ Defence Forces (UPDF) H.E Gen (Rtd) Yoweri Kaguta Museveni, officiated today at the commissioning ceremony for officer cadets from Intake 07/24 (short professionals) and Intake 03/21-24 (Three-Year Cadet course) at the Uganda Military Academy Kabamba […]