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The Chief of Defence Forces (CDF) and Senior Presidential Advisor for Special Operations, Gen Muhoozi Kainerugaba, this morning met with Generals from the Armed Forces of the Democratic Republic of Congo (FARDC) to discuss regional security, particularly in eastern DRC. The discussions centered on the ongoing Operation Shujaa, a joint military effort between the Uganda People’s Defence Forces (UPDF) and...

President Yoweri Kaguta Museveni, also the Commander-in-Chief of the Uganda People’s Defence Forces (UPDF), today presided over a historic hybrid pass-out ceremony of 10,007 soldiers at the Basic Military Training School in Kaweweta. The ceremony, the first of its kind, combined recruits from multiple UPDF training centers through a virtual platform, marking a major technological innovation in military graduations.  The soldiers...

Uganda led by the Embassy in Abu Dhabi and Consulate in Dubai together with UTB and the private sector, is participating at the Arabian Travel Market (ATM) 2025. ATM is one of the most important Travel and Tourism events in the Middle East. It's an annual show held in Dubai, UAE, where professionals from the global travel industry come together...

The global coffee community recently converged at the Gordon Brown Convention Center in Houston, Texas, for the Specialty Coffee Expo one of the world’s most prestigious events in the industry. Drawing over 10,000 attendees from more than 80 countries, the three-day event served as a hub for producers, buyers, and industry stakeholders to exchange ideas and celebrate excellence in...

The Minister of Foreign Affairs, Hon. Odongo Jeje Abubakhar is representing Uganda at the BRICS Foreign Minister’s Meeting currently underway in Rio de Janeiro, Federative Republic of Brazil, from 28 to 29 April 2025.  The Meeting is held in preparation for the BRICS Leaders’ Summit, scheduled to take place on 6 and 7 July 2025 under Brazil’s Chairmanship. On the sidelines...

Arrow Security Systems Ltd, with deep sorrow, announces the death of our Director of Operations and Deputy CEO, retired Assistant Inspector General of Police (AIGP) Sam Omalla. Sam Omalla, a distinguished leader and seasoned security professional, passed away this morning at 7:00 AM at Mulago Hospital after a long and courageous battle with cancer. Before joining Arrow Security Systems Ltd,...

Kampala Capital City Authority (KCCA) Executive Director Hajjati Sharifah Buzeki led a community cleaning exercise in Bukoto Mulimira Zone as part of the Weyonje Campaign (Clean and Smart City Campaign). She was accompanied by the Deputy Executive Director,Director Public Health and Environment,Director of Physical Planning ,Director Engineering and Technical services,Dir3ctor Internal Audit and Director Gender Community services and Production...

His Majesty King Oyo Nyimba Kabamba Iguru Rukidi IV of the Tooro Kingdom has embarked on an awe-inspiring gorilla trekking adventure in Uganda’s Bwindi Impenetrable National Park. The royal visit is part of his ambitious 25-year development agenda, aimed at uplifting Uganda’s tourism and conservation sectors by showcasing the country’s unmatched natural beauty. Bwindi Impenetrable National Park, a UNESCO World...

The Speaker of Parliament, Rt. Hon. Anita Annet Among, is currently in Vatican City, Rome, where she is representing His Excellency President Yoweri Kaguta Museveni at the funeral of Pope Francis. The funeral, set to take place at St. Peter’s Square, will be attended by several world leaders, including U.S. President Donald Trump, French President Emmanuel Macron, and members of...

The National Forestry Authority (NFA), Gro Foundation, and the Inter-Religious Council of Uganda (IRCU) convened at Mpanga Central Forest Reserve (CFR) for a high-level dialogue to explore a potential partnership aimed at forest restoration, protection, and sustainable community engagement. Speaking during the meeting, NFA Acting Executive Director, Mr. Stuart Maniraguha, emphasized the ecological importance of Mpanga CFR, noting its proximity...