Uganda Reaffirms Support For Peace Efforts In Sudan
The Minister of Defence and Veteran Affairs, Hon Jacob Oboth-Oboth, held a meeting today with the Sudanese Ambassador to Uganda, H.E. Ahmad Ibrahim Ahmad, who paid a courtesy call at the Ministry headquarters in Mbuya. The two discussed the evolving security situation in Sudan, including recent military operations to reclaim […]
Ministry Of Defence Launches Skills Training For Veterans And Families In Mbale
The Ministry of Defence and Veteran Affairs (MODVA), through its Directorate of Veteran Affairs (DVA), has rolled out a skilling and equipping workshop at Maluku District Headquarters, aimed at empowering 213 beneficiaries—including Uganda Peoples’ Defence Forces (UPDF) veterans, widows, and their children. Representing the Ministry, Mr Mabonga Mike, Commissioner for […]
UPDF Hailed For Transforming Lives Of Rescued ADF Captive
The Uganda Peoples’ Defence Forces (UPDF) has been commended for its role in rehabilitating former Allied Democratic Forces (ADF) captives, as 43 graduates completed a reintegration programme aimed at rebuilding their lives. At a ceremony held at the Ministry of Defence and Veteran Affairs (MODVA) headquarters in Mbuya, Amnesty Commission […]
Defence Minister Oboth, UK Envoy Sadler Discuss Regional Stability
The Minister of Defence and Veteran Affairs, Hon Jacob Marksons Oboth today met with the UK’s Special Envoy to the Great Lakes Region, Tiffany Sadler, at the Ministry of Defence headquarters in Mbuya, reaffirming the longstanding partnership between the two nations. Hon Oboth emphasised the strong historical ties, stating, “The […]
President Museveni Demands Smarter Infrastructure Planning As Uganda Marks Labour Day
The Uganda Peoples’ Defence Forces (UPDF) joined the nation in marking International Labour Day at Nakale Playgrounds in Nakapiripirit District. The celebrations, held under the theme “Consolidating the Gains of the Parish Development Model (PDM) for Increased Productivity and Inclusive Job Creation,” saw President Yoweri Kaguta Museveni commend Uganda’s progress […]