The move is aimed at fulfilling the Uganda Peoples’ Defence Force’s constitutional mandate of supporting civilian authorities in emergencies and cases of natural disasters.
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Lt Kapando who died in a helicopter crash eulogized for his role in fighting ADF terrorists
The same UPDF combat helicopter which crashed on January 2, also killed Lt. Swadiq Aroma.
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Training instrumental in building capacity of UPDF – Maj Gen Jack Agonza
The graduation ceremony was attended by General and Senior officers of UPDF and Uganda Police Force, Civil leaders and spouses among others.
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UPDF surrenders state house protection to Somalia security forces
Other dignitaries who witnessed the handover included Catriona Laing, United Nations Special Representative, UPDF’s Lt Gen Sam Okiding, ATMIS Force Commander, and Ms Qurat Sadozal, among others.
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UPDF medical team holds free medical camp at 4th Division
Dr. Ruva Joaw Bosco, a 4th Division medical officer confirmed that many UPDF soldiers in the barracks are battling with “many non-communicable diseases.
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Four UPDF soldiers dismissed with disgrace
The local community was happy with the judgement that was delivered by the UPDF 5 Division Court Martial.
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Cooperation agreement to establish aerial vehicle workshop in Uganda signed
Yang Xiaoqing in remarks said that these events marked a milestone in the history of the cooperation between Uganda and Norinco.
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Wazalendo SACCO flags off the construction of Fort Portal City branch
The City Engineer Mr Kaihura Herbert thanked Wazalendo SACCO leadership for choosing Fort Portal as the best place to construct a branch.
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LC3 chairperson arrested for illegal possession of a firearm
The LC3 chairperson will appear before Military Court Martial to answer charges of illegal possession of military stores after the investigation is concluded.
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Did Acholi leaders outsmart Museveni over Balalo eviction?
Amid possible pressure, what continues to discomfort Acholi leaders is: the President only sees two things: indisciplined Balalo and the government properties
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UPDF Majors sentenced over “Cowardice in Action” in Mogadishu
Brig Gen Freeman Mugabe: “Convicts’ act of running away from Al-Shabaab greatly impacted on the name of UPDF and gave Al-Shabaab the opportunity to easily raid our forces.”
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Major General Dick Olum tells 461 LDP he passed out to “be mission ready”
Brig Gen Steven Mugerwa, and senior and junior officers under the Mountain Division were all present.