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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

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

David Mugisha was promoted from the rank of Colonel to that of Brigadier. He was then appointed as the second commander of the third infantry division, which is headquartered in Moroto. He served in that role until he was recently appointed as the commander of the Special Forces Command (SFC). The SFC is responsible for providing security to the President of Uganda and his family.