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Qatar to Open Resident Embassy in Kampala Soon
The State of Qatar has announced plans to open a resident embassy in Uganda, marking a new milestone in the growing diplomatic and economic relations between the two nations. The announcement was made by Ahmed…
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The CDF Inspects 63rd Independence Parade Preparations
The Chief of Defence Forces of the Uganda People’s Defence Forces (UPDF), Gen Muhoozi Kainerugaba, today inspected independence parade preparations at Kololo Ceremonial Grounds in Kampala. He congratulated the parade participants, noting that he was…
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UPDF launch Russian Language to Boost Cooperation
The Uganda Peoples’ Defence Forces (UPDF) Officers are set to undergo a one-year Russian language course at the School of Defence Intelligence and Security in Migyera, Nakasongola, to strengthen military cooperation between Uganda and Russia.…
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Military Police Urged to uphold Integrity
The Military Police personnel have been urged to uphold integrity and professionalism as they provide security during this year’s Uganda National Examinations Board (UNEB) exams. The call was made by Colonel Sylvia Meeme, the Brigade…
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UPDF, Somali Forces Recapture Awdheegle Town From Al-Shabaab
Uganda Peoples’ Defence Forces (UPDF) troops serving under the African Union Support and Stabilisation Mission in Somalia (AUSSOM), in coordination with the Somali National Armed Forces (SNAF), have successfully recaptured Awdheegle town in Lower Shabelle…
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President Museveni Urges New UPDF Officers to Master Modern Warfare
President Yoweri Museveni has tasked newly commissioned UPDF officers to become masters of modern warfare to ensure the force’s continued tactical superiority. The Commander-in-Chief emphasized that proficiency beyond traditional land, water, and air domains to…
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Combat Readiness of Troops: UPDF Launches Nationwide Route March Program
In a renewed push to enhance operational readiness, the Uganda People’s Defence Forces (UPDF) has launched a program of mandatory long-distance route marches for all its divisions. The initiative kicked off yesterday with a 30-kilometer…
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Gen Muhoozi Kainerugaba Moves To Strengthen Uganda-Canada Military Ties
The Chief of Defence Forces (CDF), General Muhoozi Kainerugaba, this afternoon met with the Canadian Defence Advisor to Uganda, Colonel Todd Braithwaite, at the Special Forces Command (SFC) Headquarters in Entebbe. The discussions focused on…
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CDF Discusses Space Security Cooperation with Abu Dhabi Aerospace Experts
The Chief of Defence Forces (CDF), Gen Muhoozi Kainerugaba met with a high-level delegation from MIRA Aerospace of Abu Dhabi at the Special Forces Command (SFC) headquarters to discuss potential cooperation in space security and…
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Gen Muhoozi Kainerugaba Pays Historic Visit to Chairman Mao Zedong’s Birthplace
Uganda’s Chief of Defence Forces, Gen. Muhoozi Kainerugaba, and his delegation this afternoon visited revered Chinese leader Mao Zedong’s birthplace. Chairman Mao as he is commonly known, is the founding father of the People’s Republic…


