DRC recognises UPDF for their efforts against ADF with 10 pickup trucks
The Governor of Ituri also commended the joint efforts of the Armed Forces of the Democratic Republic of the Congo (FARDC) and the UPDF.
Category: Africa
UPDF conducts leadership training to enhance operational effectiveness in Somalia
It brought together Forward Operating Base (FOB) commanders, their staff, and Battle Group key staff serving in the Barawe Sector.
Africa’s Gen Z backs democracy but wants an African model
African Youth Survey 2026 reveals a generation that still believes in democracy, but wants a model rooted in African realities, youth representation, jobs, accountability and stability.
US tightens sanctions on Sudan over alleged chemical weapons use
While the United States says the measures are necessary to enforce the global prohibition on chemical weapons, Sudan insists the accusations are politically motivated and unsupported by evidence.
“Africa has been begging for decades,” says Museveni
“If African people need prosperity like other people, then the question is: where does prosperity come from? It cannot come from begging,” says President Yoweri Kaguta Museveni, 81.
MP Omara emphasises EAC’s four pillars to fast-track regional integration
Odrek Rwabwogo, the PACEID boss, said East Africa’s promise will not be unlocked by speeches alone.
African communities demand land justice as mining expands across the continent
Tricia Abwooli, a lawyer working for GreenFaith Africa in Uganda, raised several urgent concerns, including forced displacement of families without meaningful consultation.
Brig. Gen. Kayanja to troops in Somalia: “A good name is better than expensive perfume”
Relatedly, the deputy contingent commander, Colonel Jude Rukubya, emphasised teamwork, unity, and mutual respect as essential to achieving the mission’s objectives.
Serve with the spirit of Pan-Africanism, Ugandan troops in Somalia told
For years, Ugandan troops have been safeguarding Somalia against terrorist attacks, starting the duty under AMISOM.
For climate finance to reach the ground in Africa, national and local gov’ts must work together
High-level dialogue showcases lessons from Kenya, Ghana and South Africa on strengthening enabling frameworks, improving coordination and scaling investment for local climate action.
NDC Uganda concludes strategic study tour of Algeria and Nigeria
Brig Gen Alex Olupot said the study tour was designed to move participants beyond classroom-based learning and expose them to real-world security environments.
Eco-feminist circle reimagines climate justice through healing, storytelling and leadership
Nearly 600 million people – almost half of Africa’s population – still do not have reliable access to electricity.