The Asian nationās move is seen as pushing Russiaās influence in Africa Kampala, Uganda | IAN KATUSIIME | Uganda has signed a Memorandum of Understanding with India for the maintenance and technical support of the Sukhoi SU-MK30 fighter jets Uganda purchased from Russia more than a decade ago. The maintenance …
Read More »Five dead as Nigeria chopper crashes during Boko Haram attack
Abuja, Nigeria | AFP | Five members of the Nigerian air force were killed when a helicopter crashed as Boko Haram militants ambushed a military base in northeastern Nigeria, a spokesman said Thursday. Air force spokesman Ibikunle Daramola said the five crew members had died when the helicopter “crashed in …
Read More »Two charged before the Army Court over ghost pilot
Two UPDF soldiers have been charged before the General Court Martial in Makindye for fraud related offences. Major Kapalaga Lubega attached to Uganda Peopleās Defence Air forces (UPDAF) and Caroline Kyakabale a former Human Resource Manager in charge of civilian personnel, appeared before Chairman Lt Gen Andrew Gutti and denied …
Read More »Museveni commissions ultra modern air-defence system
President Yoweri Museveni has commissioned ultra modern air- defence systems for Uganda.Ā Over 60 graduate troops were also commissionedĀ to man themĀ at a ceremony in Masindi at the weekend. At the ceremony, MuseveniĀ commended the army leadership for building independent capabilities on land, water and air.Ā He hailedĀ the army leadership for recruiting young graduates …
Read More »VIDEO: UPDF passes out 150 pilots in Gulu
NBS: The Uganda People’s Defence Forces has passed out 150 pilots in the northern town of Gulu. The event was presided over by CDF Gen Katumba Wamala. Share on: WhatsApp
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