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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The Ministry of Defence and Veteran Affairs in Uganda is responsible for overseeing the country’s defense and veteran affairs. It consists of several departments and units that are responsible for various aspects of the ministry’s operations. Here are some of the key departments and units under the Ministry of Defence and Veteran Affairs:

Finance and Administration Department - Ministry Of Defence And Veteran Affairs
Finance and Administration
The Finance and Administration Department is one of the key departments under the Ministry of Defence and Veteran Affairs in Uganda. The department is responsible for managing the financial resources of the ministry and providing administrative support to other departments and units within the ministry.
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Logistics and Procurement Department - Ministry Of Defence And Veteran Affairs
Logistics and Procurement
The Logistics and Procurement Department is an essential department within the Ministry of Defence and Veteran Affairs in Uganda. The department is responsible for managing the procurement of goods and services required by the ministry, as well as ensuring that those goods and services are delivered to their intended destinations.
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Defence Reform Secretariat - Ministry Of Defence And Veteran Affairs
Defence Reform Secretariat
The Defence Reform Secretariat is a department within the Ministry of Defence and Veteran Affairs in Uganda that is responsible for coordinating and implementing defence reforms in the country. The department was established to spearhead reforms aimed at modernizing the Uganda People's Defence Forces (UPDF) and making it more effective in carrying out its mandate.
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Policy Analysis Unit - Ministry Of Defence And Veteran Affairs
Policy Analysis Unit
The Policy Analysis Unit is a department within the Ministry of Defence and Veteran Affairs in Uganda that is responsible for conducting research and analysis on defense policies and strategies. The department was established to provide strategic advice to the ministry and the Uganda People's Defence Forces (UPDF) on policy issues related to national security and defense.
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