By Monitor Team The Uganda People’s Defence Forces (UPDF) intends to enlist the help of the local population in the fight against Allied Democratic Forces (ADF) rebels in parts of Rwenzori Sub-region. Maj Gen Dick Olum, the commander of Operation Shuuja in eastern DR Congo, said this does not mean […]
By Jerome Kule Bitswande | Monitor A Uganda People’s Defense Forces (UPDF) soldier from the 5th Battalion Rusese, is under investigation following after he shot and injured a Congolese national in Kisolholho Village, Karambi Sub County in Kasese District. The victim was allegedly shot when he crossed into Uganda through a […]
The 5th Division Court Martial in Agago district has sentenced Private Mukanja Micheal attached to 79 Battalion to life imprisonment over murder. The court chaired by Colonel Ismail Ssendagire was informed that on May 31, 2023, at around 5pm, Mukanja while at Kokil trading centre, shot and killed Omol Justine […]
The General Court Martial in Makindye has charged and remanded a senior Uganda People’s Defence Force (UPDF) soldier over forgery claims. Major Moses Muganga Kahebwa, 53, a resident of Bombo barracks is attached to the Engineering Brigade. He appeared before a seven-member court session led by Brig Gen Freeman Robert […]
Security has beefed up in and around Kampala, as the business community expresses great concern over the latest wave of terror threats to Uganda. This comes after security forces yesterday recovered and denoted more Improvised Explosive Devices (IEDs) in Kampala. Police spokesperson Mr. Fred Enanga said yesterday that the explosives […]
