Uganda And Somalia Sign Implementation Agreement To Forge Stronger Security Ties
The governments of the Republic of Uganda and the Federal Government of Somalia have today committed to enhance diplomatic relations and reinforce collaborative security efforts between the two respective countries. This was during a meeting led by Uganda’s Minister of Defence and Veteran Affairs, Hon Marksons Oboth, and Somalia’s Minister […]
President Museveni Hails UPDF Professionalism And Urges Focus On Agricultural Production
The President of the Republic of Uganda and Commander in Chief of the Uganda Peoples’ Defence Forces (UPDF) H.E Gen (Rtd) Yoweri Kaguta Museveni, officiated today at the commissioning ceremony for officer cadets from Intake 07/24 (short professionals) and Intake 03/21-24 (Three-Year Cadet course) at the Uganda Military Academy Kabamba […]
Joint Communique Of The Ministers Of Defence Of The Republic Of Uganda And The Central African Republic, Kampala, 7th October 2024
At the invitation of His Excellency Yoweri Kaguta Museveni, president of the republic of Uganda, H.E Prof Faustin Archangel Touadera, President of The Central African Republic, paid a state visit to Uganda from 07th-10th October 2024 H.E Prof Faustin demonstrates the strong bilateral. Relations between the two countries, which is […]
‘Invest Your Retirement Packages Wisely, Don’t Gamble’ – President Museveni Urges Retired Generals
His Excellency Gen (Rtd) Yoweri Kaguta Museveni, President of Uganda and Commander-in-Chief of the Uganda Peoples’ Defence Forces (UPDF), has advised retired Generals to invest their retirement packages in lasting assets and resist the temptation to squander their hard-earned funds. ” That retirement package is very good for you, do […]
Collaborating For Peace: Urgent Call For Security Forces To Engage With Karamoja Communities
The Minister of Karamoja Affairs, Hon. Peter Lokeris, has urged the Uganda Peoples’ Defence Force (UPDF) and other security agencies to engage closely with local communities to ensure lasting peace in the Karamoja sub-region. “If you want to be successful in your operations, listen to the local community,” Hon. Lokeris […]
Government Reinforces Resolve Against Terrorism And Violent Extremism
The Permanent Secretary of the Ministry of Internal Affairs, Lt Gen Joseph Musanyufu, has emphasised the government’s commitment to addressing terrorism and violent extremism. During a discussion of the findings of the Rapid Threat Assessment Report on Violent Extremism in Uganda at Imperial Royale, Kampala, the report by Professor Abdu […]
Security Agencies Commended For Peace Restoration In Karamoja
The State Minister for Karamoja Affairs, Hon Florence Wamala Nambozo, has commended the Uganda Peoples’ Defence Forces (UPDF) and other security agencies for their pivotal role in restoring peace to the Karamoja region. During a visit to the Moroto district headquarters today, Minister Nambozo celebrated the newfound security in the […]
President Museveni Commends CDF, Defence Ministry for honouring Gen Aronda
President Yoweri Museveni has commended the Chief of Defence Forces, Gen Muhoozi Kainerugaba, and the Ministry of Defence and Veteran Affairs for organising events to honour the late Gen Aronda Nyakairima. President Museveni noted that the culture of memorial ceremonies is important as it fosters oneness. Gen Aronda, who served […]
Aronda Was Outstanding On Ideology And Discipline – President Museveni
President Yoweri Kaguta Museveni has hailed the late General Aronda Nyakairima for his significant contribution to discipline in the Uganda Peoples’ Defence Forces (UPDF). Speaking at the 1st Kampala Defence & Security Expo 2024/Memorial Event in honour of Gen Aronda at Speke Resort Munyonyo, President Museveni described Gen Aronda as […]
OBITUARY
The Ministry of Defence and Veteran Affairs (MODVA) and the Uganda Peoples’ Defence Forces (UPDF) fraternity regret to announce with deep sorrow the untimely death of the Minister of State for Defence (Defence), the Honourable Nyirabashitsi Sarah Mateke, who was also the Woman Member of Parliament for Kisoro District, that […]