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 […]
Minister Oboth-Oboth Reiterates Uganda’s Commitment Towards Supporting The Eastern Africa Standby Force
The Minister of Defence and Veteran Affairs, the Honourable Jacob Marksons Oboth-Oboth, has reiterated Uganda’s commitment to supporting the Eastern Africa Standby Force in fulfilling its mandate. Hon. Oboth stated, “As the Government of Uganda and the Ministry of Defence and Veteran Affairs, we are here to support and ensure […]
UPDF And NORINCO To Establish UAV Workshop In Uganda
The Minister of Defence and Veteran Affairs, Hon. Vincent Bamulangaki Ssempjjja together with the Chinese Executive President of NORINCO (North Industries Corporation), Mr. Yang Xiaoqing commissioned a Joint Research and Innovation Centre, Anfo production line for Kyoga Dynamics, and groundbreaking of a comprehensive unmanned aerial vehicle workshop in Nakasongola. This […]
Minister Oboth Applauds Efforts Towards Quality Military Education In African Staff Colleges
The Minister of State for Defence, Hon. Jacob Marksons Oboth has applauded the African Conference of Commandants (ACoC) for its contribution towards Africa’s security through quality military education and enhancing cooperation amongst African Staff Colleges. “It is my pleasure to learn that this organization, the African Conference of Commandants brings […]
EU Ambassador Commends Uganda’s Peace Efforts in the Region
The European Union Ambassador to Uganda, His Excellency Jan Sadek has lauded Uganda’s commitment towards peace, security and stability in the region during a meeting with the Minister of Defence and Veteran Affairs, Hon. Vincent Bamulangaki Ssempijja. Mr. Sadek had led a European Union delegation in Uganda as they met […]
Uganda Inaugurates National Forensic Sciences University, First In Africa
The Third Deputy Prime Minister has today officiated at the inauguration ceremony of the National Forensic Sciences University (India – Africa Campus) on behalf of the President of the Republic of Uganda and Commander in Chief of the Uganda Peoples’ Defence Forces (UPDF) H.E (Gen) Yoweri Kaguta Museveni. The inauguration […]
Defence Minister Meets European Union Envoy For Africa
The Minister of Defence and Veteran Affairs Hon. Vincent Bamulangaki Ssempijja has today met with the Deputy Managing Director for Africa at the European Union External Service; H.E Benard Quintin. The meeting at the Ministry of Defence and Veteran Affairs (MODVA) Headquarters in Mbuya, Kampala; aimed at strengthening cooperation in […]
Defence Minister And UN Special Envoy Discuss Regional Security
The Minister for Defence and Veteran Affairs Hon. Vincent Bamulangaki Ssempijja has today held a meeting with the United Nations Special Envoy for the Great Lakes Region H.E Xia Huang. The meeting, at the Ministry of Defence and Veteran Affairs headquarters in Mbuya, Kampala; mainly focused on regional security […]