Besigye was reported missing in Kenya, only to be told he’s was already in Uganda under military custody.
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Pvt. Ameny Bonny sentenced to death for murder in Agago
Private Ameny Bonny, a UPDF soldier, killed three in Paimol, Agago last month.
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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.
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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.
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Thomas Kwoyelo jailed for 25 years for war crimes
Kwoyelo’s defense lawyer, Henry Evans Ocheng, has stated that they are prepared to file an appeal within 14 days regarding unsatisfactory sentences.
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EA Standby Force launches a child protection course
Uganda, Kenya and other countries have signed the Memorandum of Understanding for the Establishment of the Eastern Africa Standby Force.
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‘Prioritize peace for economic prosperity’ – Karenga people told
Leaders and security commanders have urged residents of Karenga district to fully embrace peace as a critical component in achieving significant socioeconomic development.
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Uganda receives UN support to combat violent extremism
For many years, the UN Office on Drugs and Crime has worked with stakeholders on a project to prevent and combat violent extremism while protecting human rights.
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Uganda strengthens ties with Japan in defence cooporation
Maj Gen Bakasumba reaffirmed Uganda’s commitment to ensuring refugee safety, despite limited resources.
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Uganda concludes counter-terrorism strategic communication training
Sylvia Kabaki, acting Head of the UN Office of Counter-Terrorism’s Nairobi Programme Office, emphasized the importance of long-term engagement and continuous learning in strategic communications.
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Pader: 5 Division court martial remands 9 to Kinene for possessing military stores
Colonel Peter Musherure, the Court Martial Chairperson and Division Operations and Training Officer, sentenced four soldiers to two years in prison for desertion, in violation of Section 144 of the UPDF Act of 2005.
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Bangladeshi army to strengthen ties with UPDF
Captain B. M Hassan Muhmud, the head of the Bangladeshi delegation, expressed gratitude for the warm reception from the UPDF, noting that this was their first engagement outside of UN peacekeeping.