The Uganda People's Defence Force (UPDF), previously known as the National Resistance Army, is the armed forces of Uganda. From 2007 to 2011, the International Institute for Strategic Studies estimated the UPDF had a total strength of 40,000–45,000, consisting of land forces and an air wing. [6] Recruitment to the forces is done annually. [7]

2022年1月10日 · The UPDF will need to study the U.S. mission to Iraq and Afghanistan to understand how a highly trained and equipped army can fail to make good progress against a poorly trained and equipped enemy who is armed with a powerful ideology rooted in religion.

2025年1月31日 · Speaking in Kyanamukaka, Masaka District, she highlighted the transformation of Uganda’s global image, emphasizing that the UPDF has become a symbol of stability and security in the region. “People used to associate Uganda with instability, but today, when you mention Uganda, they say UPDF,” Hon. Oleru said.

2020年10月5日 · Over these 50 years, the UPDF has undergone a transformation from a small guerilla force into a large professional national army. Having fought a national liberation war in Uganda, it emerged as the first guerilla army in postcolonial Africa to …

2025年3月23日 · It said the UPDF deployment around the country complicates the geopolitical situation of South Sudan. “It is tantamount to a Declaration of War on the peace partners and the people of South Sudan by the two governments,” the statement said.

2025年1月31日 · Following the worsening security situation in eastern DRC’s North Kivu region and surrounding areas in recent weeks as a result of major fighting between the M23 Movement and FARDC government forces, UPDF will adopt a Forward Defensive Posture in its area of operation until the crisis passes and normalization is restored.

5 天之前 · Ssemujju’s comments come amidst fresh allegations that UPDF may have used chemical incendiary weapons during airstrikes in Nasir, South Sudan, on March 24. The NGO World Without War on March 24 condemned the attacks, citing witness reports and images that suggested the use of ethyl acetate, a flammable industrial chemical.

The Ministry of Defence and Veterans Affairs (MODVA) oversees the Uganda People’s Defence Forces (UPDF) and the national defense, working to preserve, defend, and protect Uganda's people, property, sovereignty, and territorial integrity.

2025年3月11日 · Uganda has deployed special forces in South Sudan as fears grow that the country could descend into civil war. Kampala’s military chief announced on Tuesday that the troops had been sent to help...

2025年3月11日 · The Uganda People’s Defence Forces Chief of Defense Forces (CDF) and first son, Gen. Muhoozi Kainerugaba in the wee hours of Tuesday revealed on his X (formerly Twitter) handle that Ugandan troops...