Martyrs Day Celebrations: Suspected Bomb Explodes Near Munyonyo Mini-Basilica
A suspected explosive device detonated this morning near the Mini-Basilica in Munyonyo, just moments before Martyrs Day prayers were scheduled to begin in honor of the Uganda Martyrs. According to reports obtained by Daily Star, a counter-terrorism unit from the Uganda People’s Defence Forces (UPDF) swiftly responded and neutralized two
Police, Soldiers Exchange Fire at Division headquarters
The Wakiso Police Division has arrested 13 Uganda People’s Defence Forces (UPDF) officers following a tense standoff that involved an exchange of gunfire related to a land dispute. The confrontation follows a recent incident in which officers from the Special Forces Command (SFC) reportedly attacked Lubowa Police Station and assaulted
UPDF Troops Enhance Intelligence Capabilities in Somalia to Counter Emerging Threats
Fifteen personnel from the Uganda Peoples’ Defence Forces (UPDF), serving under United Nations Guard Unit Eleven (UNGU XI), have completed an intensive five-day course in Intelligence, Surveillance, and Reconnaissance (ISR) at the Joint Military Training Centre in Mogadishu. The training, facilitated by the United Nations Support Office, was designed to
Diplomatic Rift: Germany Denies Uganda’s Claims of Envoy’s Rebel Links
Germany has dismissed as “absurd” allegations that its ambassador to Uganda, Mathias Schauer, is involved in subversive activities. Earlier this week, the Uganda People’s Defence Forces (UPDF) announced the suspension of all ongoing defense and military cooperation with the Federal Republic of Germany following accusations directed at Ambassador Schauer. “We
UPDF Honors Seven Generals Ahead of Retirement
Seven senior officers of the Uganda Peoples’ Defence Forces (UPDF) have been officially documented for retirement at the Ministry of Defence and Veteran Affairs (MODVA) headquarters in Mbuya. The documentation marks the beginning of their transition into civilian life, with their formal retirement set for later this year. Chief of
UPDF Suspends Defence Cooperation with Germany Over Ambassador Schauer
The Uganda People’s Defence Forces (UPDF) has suspended all ongoing defence and military cooperation with the Federal Republic of Germany following allegations against German Ambassador to Uganda, Mathias Schauer. According to Col. Chris Magezi, the Acting Director of Defence Public Information, the suspension stems from reports that Ambassador Schauer has
Armoured Vehicles to Enhance UPDF Response in Somalia
The United Nations Support Office in Somalia (UNSOS) has donated two Infantry Fighting Vehicles (IFVs) to the Uganda Peoples’ Defence Forces (UPDF) contingent serving under the United Nations Guard Unit (UNGU XI) in Somalia. The vehicles were officially handed over by UNSOS Chief Transport Officer, Manon Richard, who praised the
Joan Kagezi Murder: How Key Witness Led to Arrest of Ex-Police Commander Nixon Agasirwe
Former Police Special Operations Commander Nixon Agasirwe has been arrested by joint security agencies over his alleged involvement in the 2015 assassination of senior state prosecutor Joan Kagezi. The arrest follows testimony by Daniel Kiwanuka Kisekka, a deserter from the Uganda People’s Defence Forces (UPDF), who appeared before the International
President Museveni hails Parliament for Passing UPDF Amendment Bill
President Yoweri Museveni has commended Members of Parliament for passing the Uganda People’s Defence Forces (UPDF) Amendment Bill, 2025. On Tuesday, Parliament passed the bill, which seeks to revise military laws in response to a Supreme Court ruling from January 2025 that prohibited the trial of civilians in military courts.
Anxiety as Opposition Walks Out of Parliament Ahead of Vote on UPDF, Political Parties Bills
Opposition Members of Parliament walked out of Parliament before a scheduled vote on the Uganda People’s Defence Forces (UPDF) and Political Parties Bills. Despite an earlier agreement by the National Unity Platform (NUP) and the Forum for Democratic Change (FDC) to participate in the decision-making process, the opposition parties exited
