Why Detained Maj Gen Birungi Faces Long Wait for Trial
Maj Gen James Birungi’s release remains unlikely due to the current absence of the General Court Martial, the Daily Star has learned. The former Chief of Military Intelligence was arrested last week and is currently being held at Makindye Military Police Prison. His arrest follows investigations by a high-level Board
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
190 UPDF Non-Commissioned Officers Under UNGU-XI Promoted
The Uganda Peoples’ Defence Forces (UPDF) Contingent under the United Nations Guard Unit Eleven (UNGU-XI) has celebrated the promotion of 190 Non-Commissioned Officers (NCOs) during a ceremony held at the Contingent headquarters in Mogadishu. Presiding over the event, Contingent Commander Lt Col Peter Ruyogoza Barigye congratulated the newly promoted officers,
UPDF Engineers Boost Connectivity with Network Mast in Somalia
The Commander of the Uganda Peoples’ Defence Forces (UPDF) Contingent under the United Nations Guard Unit (UNGU-XI), Lt Col Peter Ruyogoza Barigye, has commissioned a newly installed internet network tower at the Emergency Response Team (ERT) Company headquarters in Mogadishu, Somalia. The state-of-the-art mast was constructed by UNGU-XI network engineers
Court remands police officer, 17 others over vandalism of electricity lines
Nakawa Magistrate Court has remanded a police officer and 17 other suspects over alleged involvement in a large-scale power infrastructure vandalism racket — now being prosecuted under terrorism-related charges. Constable Driver Emmanuel Kato, 34, attached to Mukono Central Police Station, was arraigned before the Nakawa Chief Magistrates Court on Wednesday alongside
Gen. Muhoozi promotes Brig. Muwonge, tasks him to Lead Fight Against ADF in DRC
The Chief of Defence Forces (CDF) of the Uganda People’s Defence Forces (UPDF), General Muhoozi Kainerugaba, has appointed Brigadier Paul Muwonge as the new commander of the UPDF Mountain Infantry Division, based in Fort Portal, western Uganda. Brigadier Muwonge has been promoted from his previous role as Deputy Commander of
Col. Bagonza Hails President Museveni As Sfc Opens 3Rd Inter-Unit Rifle Competition
The Commander of the Three Special Force Group, Col. Wilson Bagonza, has hailed President Yoweri Kaguta Museveni, also Commander-In- Chief of the Uganda People’s Defence Forces (UPDF), for his unwavering support towards the training and equipping of the army. He said the President’s support to UPDF is instrumental in enhancing
UPDF Troops In Somalia Encouraged To Prioritise Health For Operational Readiness
Troops of the Uganda Peoples’ Defence Forces (UPDF) serving under United Nations Guard Unit Eleven (UNGU XI) in Somalia have been urged to prioritise their physical and mental health as a cornerstone of mission effectiveness and long-term operational success. The appeal was made by the Commanding Officer, Lt Col Peter
Dr. Ssemugenyi Challenges Legality of New UPDF Act in Constitutional Court
Human rights defender Dr. Dennis Daniel Ssemugenyi has petitioned Court challenging the recently enacted Uganda People’s Defence Forces (UPDF) Amendment Act, 2025. This follows President Yoweri Museveni’s assent to the controversial legislation on Monday. The law, passed by Parliament last month, retains provisions allowing civilians to be tried in military courts—despite
