President Museveni Stresses Importance Of Intelligence In National Security
The President of the Republic of Uganda and Commander-in-Chief of the Uganda Peoples’ Defence Forces (UPDF), His Excellency General (Rtd) Yoweri Kaguta Museveni, has emphasised the crucial role of intelligence in military operations, highlighting its significance in informing strategic decisions and ensuring national security. “The Intelligence is the eyes, ears, […]
Kampala Defence and Security Expo to Honour General Aronda Nyakairima
The Ministry of Defence and Veteran Affairs and Uganda Peoples’ Defence Forces in conjunction with the Ministry of Internal Affairs will hold the 1st Kampala Defence and Security Expo 2024 in memory of the late General Aronda Nyakairima. The event will be celebrated under the theme; “Celebrating the life […]
Gen Salim Saleh Presides Over Graduation Of 419 Cadres In Gulu, Advocates For Mechanised Farming
General (Rtd) Caleb Akandwanaho, commonly known as Salim Saleh, Chief Coordinator of Operation Wealth Creation, has presided over the graduation of 419 cadres in Gulu district. The cadres completed a civic education training programme organised by the Ministry of Information, Communication Technology, and National Guidance from 19 to 25 July […]
Minister Oboth-Oboth Urges New NEC Board To Prioritise Prosperity And Accountability
The Hon. Minister of Defence and Veteran Affairs, Jacob Marksons Oboth-Oboth, has charged the newly appointed Board of Directors of the National Enterprise Corporation (NEC) to prioritise the organisation’s prosperity, growth, and long-term sustainability, while remaining committed to their statutory responsibilities. “I expect total accountability because accountability breeds acceptance and […]
Cooperatives Cautioned Against Straying From Core Objectives
The Minister of State for Trade, Hon. Gen Wilson Mbasu Mbadi, has cautioned cooperatives against deviating from the core objectives for which they were established. “Since 1913, when cooperatives were first established in Uganda, the intention was to fight the exploitation of farmers and producers from middlemen through a unified […]
Karamoja Affairs State Minister, Leaders Call For Robust Patriotism Programs In Karamoja Sub-Region
The State Minister for Karamoja Affairs, Hon. Nambozo Florence Wamala, has urged the implementation of robust patriotism programs, commencing from a tender age, across the Karamoja sub-region. She made this call during the graduation ceremony of over 600 students who completed a two-week patriotism training at Kangole Primary Girls School […]
“Joint Training Promotes Common Understanding Of Security Challenges,” State Defence Minister Tells Kimaka Graduands
The Hon. Sarah Mateke Nyirabashitsi, Minister of State for Defence (Defence) observed today that joint training among sister militaries fosters a common understanding and approach to addressing international and cross-border challenges. These challenges, she explained, include terrorism, transnational crimes, natural disasters, cyber threats, and money laundering, amongst others. Hon. Mateke […]
Ministry Of Defence And Veteran Affairs Marks African Public Service Day With Donation To Naguru Reception Centre
The Ministry of Defence and Veteran Affairs (MODVA), in collaboration with the Uganda Peoples’ Defence Forces (UPDF), made a donation of assorted items to the Naguru Reception Centre in commemoration of Africa Public Service Day. Mr. Mike Wambi Mabonga, Commissioner of Rehabilitation, Psychosocial Support and Resettlement in the Directorate of […]
Defence Taskforce to Formulate Climate Change and Environmental Security Strategy Launched
The Ministry of Defence and Veteran Affairs (MODVA)/the Uganda Peoples’ Defence Forces (UPDF) have launched a Taskforce to develop a comprehensive Climate Change and Environmental Security Strategy. The Permanent Secretary, Mrs. Rosette Byengoma, inaugurated the Taskforce, which aims to address the challenges posed by climate change and environmental degradation in […]
EAC Armed Forces Urged To Collaborate As Field Training Exercise Concludes In Rwanda
The 13th edition of the East African Community Armed Forces Field Training Exercise, codenamed ‘Ushirikiano Imara’, officially drew to a close at the Rwanda Defence Force Military Academy in Gako today. The exercise, conducted under the theme “Strengthening the Security Sector Integration and Harnessing Common Interests Consistent with EAC Regional […]