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Joint Forces Rescue Women and Children From ADF Terrorists

The Uganda Peoples’ Defence Forces and the Armed Forces of the Democratic Republic of Congo in a joint operation rescued five women and five children from the Allied Democratic Forces terrorist group in the Eastern Democratic Republic of Congo yesterday 9th September 2024. In a coordinated operation, the Uganda Peoples’ Defence Forces (UPDF) and the […]

Gen. Muhoozi and Dutch Ambassador Meet to Enhance Relations

General Muhoozi Kainerugaba of Uganda and Ambassador Frederieke Quispel of the Netherlands met at the Defence Intelligence and Security Headquarters to discuss and reinforce their countries’ bilateral cooperation. Both expressed a commitment to strengthening their relationship. Gen. Muhoozi Kainerugaba presenting a copy of President Museveni’s autobiography to H.E. Frederieke Quispel, Ambassador of the Kingdom of […]

Police Urge Calm Amid Investigation into Bobi Wine’s Wakiso District Injuries

Police are conducting a detailed investigation to determine how Robert Kyagulanyi, aka Bobi Wine, was injured during a September 3 incident in Wakiso District. The Police stress that final conclusions will rely on medical and professional reports. Despite public criticism, the Police urge patience, as the investigation progresses. The Police have announced their commitment to […]

CID and ODPP Pledge Commitment to Uganda’s Socio-Economic Transformation

Top officials from Uganda’s Criminal Investigations Directorate (CID) and the Office of the Director of Public Prosecutions (ODPP) have pledged to drive socio-economic transformation through effective investigations and prosecutions. The director of the Criminal Investigations Directorate (CID), AIGP Major Tom Magambo addressing the media at CID headquarters Kibuli on Tuesday September 3, 2024. (Photo credit […]

Rwanda and Uganda Reinforce Cross-Border Security

On August 31, 2024, military leaders from Rwanda and Uganda met in Mbarara District, Uganda, to enhance cross-border security and combat illegal activities along their shared border. The meeting, led by Maj Gen Vincent Nyakarundi of the RDF and Lt Gen Kayanja Muhanga of the UPDF, focused on cooperation and coordination to address security challenges. […]

New Streetlights on Kampala Northern Bypass Set to Improve Security and Reduce Crime

UNRA has installed over 3,000 streetlights along the Kampala Northern Bypass, aiming to enhance security and reduce nighttime crime. The initiative, completed in collaboration with Umeme Limited, responds to public concerns about safety along the road. In response to growing concerns regarding security along the Kampala Northern Bypass, the Uganda National Roads Authority (UNRA) has […]

UPDF Troops Secure Butembo in DRC to Support Anti-ADF Operations and Road Upgrades

The Uganda People’s Defence Forces (UPDF) have taken control of Butembo town in the Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC), south of Beni. This deployment, made in coordination with the Congolese Armed Forces, aims to secure and upgrade the Beni-Butembo Road and combat the Allied Democratic Forces (ADF) in the region. UPDF Troops The Uganda People’s […]

Rwandan Defence Forces meet UPDF for strategic talks in Mbarara

Military officials from Uganda and Rwanda are currently engaged in a three-day meeting aimed at fortifying border security and combating transnational crime. The gathering, which began yesterday, Thursday, August 29th, 2024, in Mbarara City, brings together high-ranking commanders from the Uganda Peoples’ Defence Force (UPDF) and the Rwanda Defense Force (RDF). In an effort to […]

IGP Byakagaba Appoints Six New Police Directors

The Inspector General of Police (IGP), Abbas Byakagaba, has appointed six acting directors following the expiry of contracts of the six Assistant Inspector Generals of Police (AIGPs). Following the expiration of the contracts of the six Assistant Inspector Generals of Police (AIGPs), the Inspector General of Police (IGP), Abbas Byakagaba, appointed six acting directors. Among […]

General Muhoozi Kainerugaba Launches Construction of UPDF and Ministry of Defence Headquarters in Mbuya

Gen. Muhoozi Kainerugaba, Chief of Defence Forces, launched the construction of a modern joint headquarters for the UPDF and Ministry of Defence in Mbuya, Kampala. The Shs94 billion project aims to enhance operational efficiency and coordination, featuring advanced technology to support a future-ready defense strategy. Gen Muhoozi Kainerugaba laying a brick at the ground breaking […]