East Africa: Uganda Hosts African Defence Chiefs to Discuss Emerging Complex Threats Beyond Conventional Warfare

Uganda is hosting African defence chiefs and senior security officials for a landmark conference aimed at strengthening the continent's response to emerging threats that extend… Read more »

Uganda: Celebrating Teachers Working in Refugee and Host Communities in Uganda

Every school day, teachers in Uganda's refugee and host communities welcome children with different languages, abilities and experiences into their classrooms. Some are learning a… Read more »

Uganda: Israel Forum Launches Two-Year Nutrition Programme for Uganda Refugees

The Israel Forum for International Humanitarian Aid (ISRAAID) has launched a two-year community-based nutrition programme targeting refugees and vulnerable communities in Uganda. Read more »

Uganda: Military Police Deploy 537 Officers to Secure UCE Exams

The Uganda Peoples' Defence Forces (UPDF) Military Police Brigade has deployed 537 officers and men to provide security during the Uganda Certificate of Education (UCE)… Read more »

Uganda: Man Sentenced to 10 Years in Uganda's First-Ever Terrorism Case Conviction Over Power Infrastructure Vandalism

The International Crimes Division of the High Court has sentenced a man to 10 years in prison for terrorism over his role in the destruction of electricity transmission… Read more »

Uganda: Uganda to Host Inaugural Conference On Military Operations Other Than War

Uganda will next week host the inaugural Conference on Military Operations Other Than War (MOOTW), bringing together military commanders, regional security bodies and peace support… Read more »

Central Africa: Today in History - Uganda, DRC, Rwanda and Burundi Sign 2003 Peace Accord

On September 25, 2003, the Democratic Republic of the Congo (DRC), Uganda, Rwanda and Burundi signed the Principles on Good-Neighbourly Relations and Cooperation at the United… Read more »

Sudan: Chemical Weapons and Regional Interests Confront 'Double Standards'

The war in Sudan is currently classified as one of the fiercest and bloodiest conflicts in Africa. It is no longer merely a war between the Rapid Support Forces and the Sudanese… Read more »

Uganda: 14 Motorcycles to Boost Police Response in Mubende

Police officers in Mubende District have received 14 motorcycles to improve their mobility and response to crime, particularly in sub-counties located far from Mubende town. Read more »

Uganda: Gen Muhoozi Kainerugaba Donates Pickup Truck to Uganda Media Centre

The Chief of Defence Forces and Senior Presidential Advisor for Special Operations, Gen. Muhoozi Kainerugaba, has donated a brand new Toyota Land Cruiser pickup truck to the Uganda… Read more »

Uganda: Today in History - Uganda Launches Major Military Operations in Congo

Uganda's direct, large-scale military campaign in the Democratic Republic of Congo began on September 20, 1998, as the Uganda People's Defence Forces (UPDF) moved westward from the… Read more »

Uganda: Teso's Former Arrow Boys Rally Behind Gen Muhoozi Ahead of 2031

Former Arrow Boys commanders in Teso have endorsed Gen. Muhoozi Kainerugaba as a potential successor to President Yoweri Museveni, saying they want to prepare for what they… Read more »

Uganda: UPDF Air Force Graduates Personnel in Specialised Aviation Disciplines

The Uganda Peoples' Defence Forces Air Force has graduated personnel trained in specialised aviation disciplines, including aircraft piloting, aviation security, Raven operations… Read more »

Uganda: Abakenyi Community Seeks to Reconnect With Buganda Kingdom

The Abakenyi community from Bugerere, descendants of Baganda who were forced into exile following a conflict during the reign of Ssekabaka Ssemakookiro, have returned home and paid… Read more »

Uganda: SFC Commander Urges Students to Embrace Production, Skills for Uganda's Development

The Commander of 16 Service Brigade under the Special Forces Command (SFC), Lt Col Frank Murema, has urged students to acquire practical skills, embrace production and develop a… Read more »

East Africa: Uganda Calls for Stronger Regional Action As Horn of Africa Crises Deepen

Uganda has called for stronger regional cooperation and conflict prevention as the Horn of Africa faces overlapping political, security, humanitarian and climate-related crises. Read more »

Uganda: Today in History - Idi Amin Expels British Military Advisers From Uganda

President Idi Amin ordered the immediate expulsion of the British Military Advisory Team from Uganda on September 14, 1972, ending Britain's direct military advisory role in the… Read more »

Uganda: UPDF Denies Withdrawing Tooro Royal Guards

The Uganda People's Defence Forces (UPDF) has denied claims that it withdrew the Tooro Royal Guards from Karuziika Royal Palace and placed Queen Mother Best Kemigisa and other… Read more »

Uganda: UPF Set to Launch Ai Chatbot to Improve Access to Police Services

The Uganda Police Force (UPF) is set to introduce an artificial intelligence-powered chatbot aimed at helping members of the public access police services and information more… Read more »

Uganda: Today in History - LRA Massacre Gateway Bus Passengers At Atirir

On September 1, 2003, one of the most notorious atrocities of the Lord's Resistance Army (LRA) insurgency unfolded at Atirir Catholic Mission along the Soroti-Lira road in Katine… Read more »

Uganda: Police Warn Parents As Terror Groups Target Youth Through Online Platforms

Uganda Police have urged parents to take a more active role in protecting young people from terrorist recruitment as extremist groups increasingly exploit the internet and other… Read more »

Uganda: Today in History - Government, LRA Sign Landmark Peace Pact in Juba

On August 26, 2006, the Government of Uganda and the Lord's Resistance Army (LRA) signed a landmark Cessation of Hostilities Agreement at the Juba-Raha Hotel in Juba, Southern… Read more »

Uganda: Rwenzori Leaders, Security Chiefs Credit Presidential Hubs for Fighting Insecurity

Local government leaders and security chiefs in the Rwenzori sub-region have credited President Museveni's Presidential Industrial Skilling Hubs with helping to address insecurity… Read more »

Somalia: Somali President Tells AU Peacekeepers to Leave

Somali President Hassan Sheikh Mohamud has said his country is now capable of taking full responsibility for its security, calling for African Union peacekeepers to leave Somalia… Read more »

Zambia: Catholic Bishops Demand Transparency as Vote Counting Continues

The Zambia Conference of Catholic Bishops (ZCCB) has demanded greater transparency in the tallying of Zambia's August 13 general election, warning that delays and disputed handling… Read more »