The vision of the Ministry is to support the UPDF to transform it into a modern, professional, efficient and accountable force anchored on a strong civil–military partnership

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Ministry Of Defence And Veteran Affairs Leadership
Ministry Leadership
The Ministry is led by the Minister of Defence and Veteran Affairs, who is appointed by the President of Uganda.
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UPDF Leadership
UPDF Leadership
UPDF leadership is headed by the Commander-in-Chief, who is the President of Uganda.
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UPDF Air Force Leadership
Air Force Leadership
The leadership of the Uganda People's Defence Air Force (UPDAF) is headed by the Commander of the UPDAF.
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UPDF Land Forces Leadership
Land Force Leadership
The leadership UPDLF is headed by the Commander of the Land Forces, currently Lt Gen Peter Elwelu.
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UPDF Special Forces Leadership
Special Forces Leadership
SFC is headed by the Commander of the Special Forces Command who is currently Brig Gen David Mugisha.
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UPDF Reserve Forces Leadership
Reserve Force Leadership
The UPDF Reserve Forces are led by a commander appointed by the President of Uganda.
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