UPDF Commends Friendly Relationship with Somalis, Urges for Continued Support for ATMIS Success
The Uganda People's Defence Forces (UPDF) has expressed gratitude for the support and close ties with the Somali community in SouthWest Federal State while serving under the African Transition Mission in Somalia (ATMIS). Brigadier General Felix Kulayigye, the Defence Spokesperson, stressed that UPDF's existence in Somalia relies on the support of the Somali people.
During a meeting with Somali local authorities at Uganda Battle Group 37 Headquarters in Celjaale, Somalia, Brig Kulayigye acknowledged that UPDF's mission is to assist Somalis...
ISO Chief Lt. Col. Katabazi Urges Students to Uphold Pan African and Unification Values
Lt. Col. Emmy Katabazi, Deputy Director General of the Internal Security Organization (ISO), delivered a compelling address to students at the 2nd Inter-University Symposium on Pan-Africanism and Africa's integration. The event, held today November 14, 2023, at Acholi Inn in Gulu witnessed the convergence of students from various universities in Uganda.
During his speech, Lt. Col. Katabazi stressed the significance of transcending partisan politics and religious affiliations in the pursuit of common goals. He encouraged students to embrace the spirit...
Uganda Rhinos Beat Tanzania to Advance to CECAFA U-15 Finals
Uganda's Under 15 football team (Uganda Rhinos) has defeated the Tanzania football team in the semi-final of the ongoing Council of East and Central Africa Football Association (CACEFA) U-15 Championship.
The Uganda Rhinos won 2-1 to clinch a spot in the finals at FUFA Technical Center Njeru on November 13, 2023.
The first goal was from Abubakali Walusimbi in the 12th minute of the match, and another goal came from Samuel Mubiru in the 44th minute of the first half.
However, Feisal...
Criminal Charges Filed Against Suspected Attacker of Queen Elizabeth National Park Tourists
The Director of Public Prosecutions (DPP), Jane Francis Abodo, has sanctioned two charges of terrorism, three charges of murder, three charges of aggravated robbery, and one charge of belonging to a terrorist organization against Kyoto Abdul Rashid alias Njovu, also known as Tembo, in respect of the attack at Queen Elizabeth National Park on October 17, 2023, killing one Ugandan and two British tourists.
During the attack, two motor vehicles were burnt, passports, money, and other personal belongings such as...
UCC Extends SIM Card Verification Deadline by Three Months for Switched-Off Numbers
The Uganda Communications Commission (UCC) has announced an extension of the SIM card verification deadline by three months for individuals whose unverified phone numbers were switched off. The initial deadline for verification ended on November 12, 2023.
Rebecca Mukite, the head of Public and International Relations at UCC, addressed the media on November 13, urging affected individuals to take advantage of the extra time to verify their numbers. After the three-month grace period, unverified numbers will be permanently lost, and...
 Women Expected to Outlive Men, Health Officials Call for Men’s Health Awareness
In a press briefing today, November 13, 2023, Dr. Richard Mugahi, the Assistant Commissioner in charge of Reproductive and Infant Health, highlighted the significant disparity in life expectancy between men and women. According to Dr. Mugahi, women have an average life expectancy of 66 years, while men lag behind at 63 years.
The upcoming International Men's Day (November 19), which Uganda is to celebrate on November 30, 2023 at Kololo Ceremonial grounds, will act as a platform to sensitize men...
