Summary: An intense five-day induction course for newly deployed staff officers with the African Union Transition Mission in Somalia concluded …
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War Veterans in Greater Hoima Voice Concerns Over Government Neglect
Summary: In Greater Hoima District, both civilian and military war veterans are expressing dissatisfaction with the National Resistance Movement (NRM) …
Read More »Zimbabwe Defense Forces praised for willingness to collaborate with UPDF
Summary: The Deputy Chief of efence Forces, Lieutenant General Sam Okiding, has commended the Zimbabwe Defence Forces for their willingness …
Read More »Uganda’s Military Vows Neutrality in 2026 Elections
Summary: Uganda’s military pledges neutrality in the 2026 elections, emphasizing its role in ensuring security and refraining from political endorsements, …
Read More »Guard Missing After Foiled Robbery Attempt at Equity Bank Soroti Branch
Summary: A private guard assigned to protect an Equity Bank branch in Soroti is missing after an attempted robbery. Despite …
Read More »UPDF deserter sentenced to 35 years in prison, colleague dismissed for taking a 5-year leave
Summary: A 44-year-old soldier in Uganda received a 35-year prison sentence for desertion, while a colleague was dismissed for being …
Read More »Israel attacks Iran as drones reported over Isfahan, sources say
Summary: Iran reports Israeli attack; US not involved. Iran’s air defense destroys drones. Israel retaliates for prior strike. Concerns over …
Read More »Kampala Police Initiates Probe into Double Homicide in Nansana
Summary: Kampala police are investigating the deaths of two individuals in Nansana municipality, Wakiso district. One body was found naked …
Read More »Kabale Municipality Leaders Call for Action Against Rising Crime
Summary: Local Council One leaders in Kabale Municipality raised concerns about rising crime and urged police to increase patrols. They …
Read More »Uganda, IAEA Ink Nuclear Cooperation Framework for 2024-2029
Summary: Uganda’s Minister of Energy and the IAEA Deputy Director General signed a framework for nuclear cooperation, outlining priorities for …
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