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About Special Forces Command

The Special Forces Command (SFC) is a specialized component of the Uganda People’s Defense Forces (UPDF) tasked with carrying out specialized missions or operations at a moment’s notice.

The SFC while conducting its operations coordinates closely with the two main arms or services of the UPDF, that is, the Land Forces and the Air Forces.

The SFC main headquarters are found in Entebbe, Wakiso District, but also has sub-units stationed in different parts of the country. SFC units working alongside the regular UPDF are also active in theatres of operations, such as South-Sudan and the Peace Keeping Mission in Somalia (AMISOM).

UPDF Special Force Command
UPDF Special Forces Command

Mission and vision

The Special Forces Command (SFC) is a specialized component of the Uganda People's Defense Forces (UPDF), tasked with carrying out special missions in support of national military objectives. The SFC in conducting operations coordinates closely with the Land Forces, Air Forces and Reserve Forces of Uganda. The SFC is headquartered in Entebbe, Wakiso District, with various bases and training facilities in different parts of the country. SFC units working alongside the conventional UPDF have been active in different regional missions, like in South-Sudan and the Peace Support Operation in Somalia (AMISOM).

Mission Statement

To develop and operate a powerful and versatile special operations force that is situated within the unique Ugandan way of war and is responsive to the requirements of the UPDF and the nation.

SFC Leadership

  • MAJ GEN DAVID MUGISHA
    MAJ GEN DAVID MUGISHA
    COMMANDER SPECIAL FORCE COMMAND (COMD SFC)

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About SFC

The Special Forces Command (SFC) is a specialized component of the Uganda People’s Defense Forces (UPDF) tasked with carrying out specialized missions or operations at a moment’s notice.
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MAJ GEN DAVID MUGISHA
COMMANDER SPECIAL FORCE COMMAND (COMD SFC)
MAJ GEN DAVID MUGISHA