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 […]
Uganda Urges Reinforcements in Somalia To Counter Escalating Al-Shabaab Threats
The Minister of Defence and Veteran Affairs of Uganda, Hon. Jacob Marksons Oboth, has issued a clarion call for increased troop deployment in Somalia, warning of the risk of losing hard-earned operational gains. This comes in light of the deteriorating security situation in the Middle and Lower Shabelle regions, where […]
Uganda Opens First Public Armoured Vehicle Showroom To Advance Local Defence Industry
NEC-Streit (U) Limited, a joint venture between Uganda’s National Enterprise Corporation (NEC)—the commercial arm of the Uganda Peoples’ Defence Forces (UPDF)—and UAE – based Streit Group, has officially opened an armoured vehicle showroom in Abayita Ababiri, along Entebbe Road. The event was presided over by the Minister of State […]
Uganda And Burundi Sign MOU To Deepen Defence Ties
Uganda and Burundi have signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) on military cooperation, marking a significant milestone in the strengthening of bilateral ties between the two countries. The agreement was signed today at the Ministry of Defence and Veteran Affairs (MODVA) headquarters in Mbuya, Kampala. The Minister of Defence and […]
President Museveni Reaffirms NRM’s Steadfast Commitment To Development And Nation-Building
President Yoweri Kaguta Museveni has reiterated the National Resistance Movement (NRM)’s steadfast commitment to supporting what is right and opposing what is wrong, emphasising the importance of unity, structured development, and peacebuilding across Uganda. The President made these remarks in Yumbe District during the revival of the annual Peace Day […]
Minister Oboth Urges EU To Deepen Security Cooperation With Uganda
The Minister of Defence and Veteran Affairs, Hon Jacob Marksons Oboth, has urged the European Union to bolster its collaboration with Uganda, particularly in the defence sector, to address escalating security threats within Uganda and the broader East African region. During a meeting held at the Ministry of Defence and […]