NRM legacy takes centre stage as “Moments with Mzee” launch approaches
As anticipation builds around the launch of Moments with Mzee, a new publication by photographer Abu Mwesigwa, government officials are using the moment to restate the National Resistance Movement’s (NRM) account of Uganda’s political journey over the last four decades. The book, which blends photography and narrative, is expected to
Four UPDF senior officers charged over alleged fuel diversion scandal
Four senior officers of the Uganda People’s Defence Forces (UPDF) have been charged before the General Court Martial in Makindye over allegations of diverting large quantities of operational fuel for personal use, in a case that has put military logistics under fresh scrutiny. The accused include Brigadier General James Barigye
Why President Museveni hosted Gen. Dagalo?
By David Serumaga On Friday, 20th February 2026, the President of the Republic of Uganda, H.E. Yoweri Kaguta Museveni, hosted General Mohamed Hamdan Dagalo, Commander of Sudan’s paramilitary Rapid Support Forces (RSF), at State House Entebbe. The meeting comes at a time when Sudan remains engulfed in a devastating conflict
Besigye, Lutale Petition Court to Nullify UPDF Act
Jailed former presidential candidate Dr. Kizza Besigye and his aide, Obeid Lutale, have filed a petition in the Constitutional Court seeking to nullify the UPDF Amendment Act, 2025. In May 2025, Parliament enacted amendments to the Uganda People’s Defence Forces (UPDF) Act despite a Supreme Court ruling that had barred
Inside the military Raid on Bobi Wine’s Home, wife hospitalised
The military last night raided the home of former presidential candidate Robert Kyagulanyi Ssentamu, popularly known as Bobi Wine, barely ten days after he lost the presidential election. The raid was confirmed by Kyagulanyi himself. The incident comes amid reports that Kyagulanyi had gone into hiding for fear of arrest
UPDF UNGU XI Contingent Commander Urges Vigilance and Financial Discipline
The Uganda Peoples’ Defence Forces (UPDF) United Nations Guard Unit Eleven (UNGU XI) contingent commander, Lt Col Peter Ruyogoza Barigye, has praised his troops for their dedication and professionalism as they enter the third quarter of their mission deployment. Addressing officers and militants, he commended their discipline and hard work
UPDF Vows to Crush ADF After Deadly Ambush in Eastern Congo
The Uganda People’s Defence Forces (UPDF) has shot down claims of civilian killings in Komanda–Eringeti, Eastern DRC, branding them as misinformation likely planted to discredit the ongoing Operation Shujaa a joint offensive against the ADF insurgents. In a statement dated September 4, UPDF confirmed that while clashes did occur, they
Gen. Muhoozi Inspects UPDF Headquarters Project, Orders Fast-Tracking of Completion
The Chief of Defence Forces (CDF), General Muhoozi Kainerugaba, has directed the UPDF Engineers Brigade to accelerate the construction of the new Ministry of Defence and Veteran Affairs (MODVA) headquarters, setting a firm deadline of eleven months for the project’s completion. Gen. Kainerugaba issued the directive during an on-site inspection
UPDF Troops in UNGU-XI Urged to Maintain Vigilance in Somalia
Uganda Peoples’ Defence Forces (UPDF) troops serving under the United Nations Guard Unit Eleven (UNGU-XI) have been cautioned against complacency as they enter the second half of their tour of duty in Somalia. The warning came from UNGU-XI Commander, Lieutenant Colonel Peter Ruyogoza Barigye, during a meeting with officers and
Lt Gen Kavuma Commends UPDF Peacekeepers During Maiden Visit to UNGU-XI
The African Union Support and Stabilisation Mission in Somalia (AUSSOM) Force Commander, Lt Gen Sam Kavuma, has praised Uganda Peoples’ Defence Forces (UPDF) troops serving under National Guard Unit Eleven (UNGU-XI) for their discipline, dedication, and professionalism. Speaking during his maiden visit to the camp, Lt Gen Kavuma expressed satisfaction
