The ongoing assessment ensures that the deployment in Somalia complies with AU standards and objectives.
Author: By Julius Male
Posted inDRC News / Security
UPDF announces major victories in fight against ADF terrorism
Since 2021, the UPDF and FARDC have worked together to dismantle the ADF in the DRC.
Posted inAfrica / Sports
UPDF says it shone at OSMA in Abuja
UPDF say this success comes as Uganda prepares to co-host the African Nations Championship (CHAN) in 2025 and the Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON) in 2027.
Posted inHealth
UPDF committed to ending HIV/AIDS by 2030
In 2022, there were 52,000 new infections and HIV/AIDS related deaths stood at 17,000.
Posted inCourt
Pvt. Ameny Bonny sentenced to death for murder in Agago
Private Ameny Bonny, a UPDF soldier, killed three in Paimol, Agago last month.
Posted inNews
Amnesty Commission urges ex-combatants to embrace peace
The Amnesty Commission’s efforts aim to promote a peaceful and stable Uganda, aligning with its vision of a “Peace and Conflict-free Uganda”.
Posted inNews
Additional foot and mouth disease vaccines for Uganda
This is the third consignment of FMD vaccines from Egypt. First and second donations of 3 million doses reached Uganda in May and July this year.
Posted inNews
Wazalendo SACCO provides junior army officers with essential investment skills
Maj David Mbire, Head of Operations at Wazalendo Investments Limited (WIL), provided insight into WIL’s investment projects.
Posted inDiplomatic News / Security
EU envoy lauds UPDF role in regional peace
According to the CDF office, the EU Special Representative expressed strong admiration for the UPDF and pledged to work for stronger EU-Uganda relations.
Posted inSecurity
Uganda and DRC meet in Arua to discuss cross-border crime
Arua RCC Kumakech emphasised the critical need to combat cross-border criminality affecting businesses.
Posted inCrime
An amok UPDF soldier killed
Maj Bilal Katamba said the UPDF sympathizes with the family of the soldier killed while on official duty and wishes the injured a speedy recovery.
Posted inNews
Retired soldiers urged to promote national development
Col David Mugisha, the Cantonment Commander, thanked the retired soldiers for their service and reminded them of the importance of looking after their health, as they had been fortunate to complete their duties safely.