Ministry Leadership
The Ministry is led by the Minister of Defence and Veteran Affairs, who is appointed by the President of Uganda.
Air Forces Leadership
The leadership of the Uganda People's Defence Air Force (UPDAF) is headed by the Commander of the UPDAF.
Land Forces Leadership
The leadership UPDLF is headed by the Commander of the Land Forces, currently Lt Gen Peter Elwelu.
Special Forces Leadership
SFC is headed by the Commander of the Special Forces Command who is currently Brig Gen David Mugisha.
Reserve Forces Leadership
The UPDF Reserve Forces are led by a commander appointed by the President of Uganda.