Somalia: UPDF changes command of UN guard unit
Lt Col Akankunda, in his remarks, congratulated UNGU XI on their performance and pledged to build on their achievements.
Category: Africa
Gen Muhoozi holds talks with Kenya First Daughter Charlene Ruto, Jane Frances Acilo
The meeting took place at the Special Forces Command (SFC) headquarters in Entebbe and was attended by other high profile delegations.
EASF opens air operation manual workshop in Kampala
EASF serves as the regional operational arm responsible for planning and conducting peace support operations.
UPDF delegation concludes 3-day Rwanda-border talks
The UPDF 2 Infantry Division Commander Maj Gen Paul Muhanguzi reiterated UPDF’s commitment towards working closely with border communities for prosperity and avoiding conflict.
Uganda’s Oboth outlines roles of regional force
Meanwhile, Brig Gen Njema describes Uganda as a key and longstanding contributor to the EASF’s mission and regional peace efforts.
UN honours UPDF peacekeepers in Somalia with medals
Lieutenant General Sam Kavuma, commended the recipients for their performance during their tour of duty.
African leaders demand swift ratification of AMA to safeguard continent’s health sovereignty
The AMA, headquartered in Kigali, Rwanda, has made notable progress since the Treaty’s adoption in 2019.
UPDF provides free medical services to Somali civilians
The Ugandan Contingent Administration Officer, Colonel Hamza Kasajja, described Tarehe Sita as a landmark day in the history of Uganda and the UPDF, representing sacrifice, patriotism, and service to humanity.
East Africa defence experts conclude guidelines workshop in Kampala
The workshop chairperson, Col Tobias of the Kenya Defence Forces, praised the delegates for their professionalism and teamwork.
Somali: AUSSOM urged to strengthen collaboration to neutralise Al-Shabaab
The UPDF Battle Group 46 Commander, Colonel Saul Nabimanya, reaffirmed his commitment to continued cooperation and support for the Somali National Army in joint security operations.
Africa’s finance chiefs rally behind climate-smart growth agenda
The Lusaka meeting is expected to produce concrete recommendations on how African countries can better harness fiscal policy and public finance tools.
IGAD opens 4th steering committee meeting to advance a resilient blue economy
IGAD reaffirmed its commitment to advancing a resilient, prosperous, and better-integrated Blue Economy.