Uganda Opens Armored Vehicle Showroom in Defense Industrialization Push

The Ugandan government has inaugurated a new armored vehicle showroom, a collaborative effort with UAE's Streit Group, showcasing locally produced ...

Fifteen UPDF medics in Somalia gain advanced trauma care skills through UN-supported training, strengthening their preparedness for medical emergencies in conflict zones.

UPDF medics bolster combat readiness with advanced trauma skills in Somalia

by Julian Ninsiima | Reporter

22/04/2025

Fifteen UPDF medics in Somalia gain advanced trauma care skills through UN-supported training, strengthening their preparedness for medical emergencies in ...

Senior UPDF commander Maj. Various Matomi Oyesiga arrested with two others in Sheema District, Uganda, for violent car robbery and assault. Stolen vehicle recovered with an army AK-47. Investigation underway, raising concerns about military involvement in crime.

UPDF Brigade commander arrested in connection to car robbery

by MANFRED TUMUSIIME | UG STANDARD REPORTER

21/04/2025

Senior UPDF commander Maj. Various Matomi Oyesiga arrested with two others in Sheema District, Uganda, for violent car robbery and ...

The Commander Land Force of the Uganda Peoples’ Defence Forces (UPDF), Lt Gen Kayanja Muhanga inspects troops before they headed to South Sudan

UPDF denies using chemical weapons in South Sudan

by LILIAN MUWONGE | UG STANDARD REPORTER

28/03/2025

The Commander Land Force of the Uganda Peoples’ Defence Forces (UPDF), Lt Gen Kayanja Muhanga inspects troops before they headed ...

Ugandan soldiers patrol Lake Victoria aboard a military boat, tasked with cracking down on illegal fishing practices that threaten the country's fishing industr

UPDF under fire for alleged role in illegal fishing gear trade

by OUR REPORTER | UG STANDARD

07/03/2025

Ugandan soldiers patrol Lake Victoria aboard a military boat, tasked with cracking down on illegal fishing practices that threaten the ...

Col. Deo Akiiki, then UPDF deputy spokesperson, addresses reporters at the Uganda Media Centre during a press briefing. (PHOTO/File)

CDF Gen Kainerugaba names Deo Akiiki new military aide

by LILIAN MUWONGE | UG STANDARD REPORTER

28/02/2025

Col. Deo Akiiki, then UPDF deputy spokesperson, addresses reporters at the Uganda Media Centre during a press briefing. (PHOTO/File) KAMPALA, ...

Rtd Col Dr. Kiiza Besigye during his appearance (PHOTO/File)

JUSTINE EJIKU: Dr. Kizza Besigye; the man who defeated the NRM junta without ever ruling Uganda

by UG STANDARD EDITOR | UG STANDARD EDITORIAL

25/02/2025

Col. Dr. Kizza Besigye Uganda has had only one president for the last four decades or so the story goes. ...

Maj Tom Magambo, Director of Uganda's Criminal Investigations Directorate (CID), faces uncertain future after being threatened with arrest by Gen Muhoozi Kainerugaba, the Chief of Defence Forces.

CDF Gen Kainerugaba threatens to arrest CID chief Maj Tom Magambo

by MANFRED TUMUSIIME | UG STANDARD REPORTER

23/02/2025

Maj Tom Magambo, Director of Uganda's Criminal Investigations Directorate (CID), faces uncertain future after being threatened with arrest by Gen ...

BREAKING! Dr. Besigye, Lutale and Captain Oola charged with treason

by OUR REPORTER | UG STANDARD

21/02/2025

Kampala, Uganda - Veteran opposition leader Dr. Kizza Besigye, his aide Hajj Obeid Lutale, and UPDF officer Capt. Denis Oola ...

Maj Gen. Mugisha highlighted the President's vision of transforming training schools like ATSAC into centres of excellence, focused on intellectual development, physical fitness and leadership skills for personnel.

Continuous training vital for modern military, says SFC chief Gen. Mugisha as he passes out 98 commandos

by Julian Ninsiima | Reporter

19/02/2025

Maj Gen. Mugisha highlighted the President's vision of transforming training schools like ATSAC into centres of excellence, focused on intellectual ...

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