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UPDF soldiers during a recruitment exercise in Uganda as the army announces 10,200 new recruitments in 2026

UPDF Starts Recruitment of 10,200 Soldiers as Government Promotes Transparency

enock katamba5 months ago5 months ago09 mins

The Uganda People’s Defence Forces (UPDF) has announced a nationwide recruitment exercise for 10,200 new soldiers. Military authorities say the exercise will prioritize science education, professionalism and anti-corruption measures. It is expected to be one of the largest recruitment drives in recent years. The exercise will take place in all districts and cities across Uganda….

UPDF Deputy Commander Land Forces Gen Francis Takirwa Dies

enock katamba9 months ago9 months ago03 mins

By Peterson Luzinda Kampala, Uganda—The Uganda People’s Defence Forces (UPDF) Deputy Commander Land Forces, Maj. Gen. Francis Takirwa, has died, according to a report by Daily Monitor citing security sources. Details surrounding his death remain limited, but reports indicate that the senior military officer had been battling illness for some time. His passing marks a…