UPDF deploymen in South Sudan Violates Arms eEmbargo
By-Richard Bard Byamukama South Sudan has been under a UN arms embargo since July 2018 after an agreement that ended a five years civil war....
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Muhoozi Backs Down on Gen Sejusa Summons, Now Seeks Peace Talks and Reconciliation Over “Muhoozi Project” Fallout
KAMPALA — In a stunning reversal of a long-standing standoff, First Son and Chief of Defence Forces UPDF , Gen Muhoozi Kainerugaba, has declared that...
UPDF Captures Rice, Beans &Cassava Gardens From Fleeing ADF Rebels
Ituri Province, DRC — In a significant milestone under Operation Shujaa, the Uganda People’s Defence Forces (UPDF) have not only captured a key Allied Democratic...
Could Dr. Kizza Besigye Be a Victim of Flawed Military Intelligence?
Recent developments within Uganda’s security architecture point to deep internal challenges, particularly within the Directorate of Defence Intelligence and Security (DIS). The arrest of eight...
Gen Muhoozi Elevates Top Officers In Latest UPDF Shake-Up
KAMPALA — The Chief of Defence Forces and Senior Presidential Advisor for Special Operations, General Muhoozi Kainerugaba, has announced key promotions within the Uganda People’s...
How ADF Suspect Infiltrated, Misled Military Intelligence
KAMPALA – The mighty Uganda People’s Defence Forces (UPDF) has been thrown into a whirlwind of suspicion, scandal, and internal soul-searching after a suspected Allied...
UPDF Announces 11,500 Jobs and Here’s How to Apply
The Uganda Peoples’ Defence Forces (UPDF) has officially launched its General Recruitment Exercise for 2025, offering 11,500 job opportunities to patriotic, disciplined, and qualified Ugandans....
China Donates $10 Million in Military Aid to Uganda, Strengthening Bilateral Defense Ties
Kampala, Uganda – July 4, 2025 — The People’s Republic of China has donated military aid and equipment worth $10 million (approximately UGX 36 billion)...
UPDF Confirms Death of 5 Military Chiefs As Mi-24 Gunship Explodes In Deadly Fire Ball
Mogadishu – July 2, 2025 A devastating military helicopter crash rocked Mogadishu International Airport early this morning when a Uganda Peoples’ Defence Forces (UPDF) Mi-24...
Constitutional Challenge: Dr. Ssemugenyi Petitions Court Over UPDF Amendment Act
In a significant development, Dr. Dennis Daniel Ssemugenyi who describes himself as a human rights defender and public interest advocate, has filed a constitutional petition...