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Ugandan Deputy Defence Chief in Mogadishu: Navigating AUSSOM's Financial Hurdles MOGADISHU, May 17 – In a marked display of camaraderie and duty, Sam Okiding, the Ugandan Deputy Chief of Defence Forces, touched down in Mogadishu last Saturday. His arrival, marked by an earnest reception by senior officials from both the Somali Army and the African Union Transition Mission in Somalia (AUSSOM), holds significance that goes beyond mere diplomatic courtesies. But why now? The timing of Okiding's visit is…

A Look into the 2019 Kidnapping Incident in Queen Elizabeth National Park On a seemingly calm evening—April 2, 2019—a shocking incident unfolded on the Edward Track, situated between Katoke Gate and Wilderness Camp in Uganda’s breathtaking Queen Elizabeth National Park. This tranquil scene became the backdrop for an unsettling kidnapping as two individuals, Endicott and Remezo, were taken hostage. The kidnappers, brazen in their actions, demanded a ransom of $500,000 for their release. What does this…

Recently, Uganda's President Yoweri Museveni expressed optimism following a meeting with representatives from Starlink, the satellite internet service provider. Describing the discussions as “productive,” he conveyed his appreciation for their mission to deliver affordable internet in regions that have faced connectivity challenges. “I commend their dedication to offering low-cost internet in hard-to-reach areas and establishing a footprint in Uganda. They are most welcome,” Museveni shared on social media…

Somalia: Al-Shabaab Recaptures Areas Secured by Ugandan Forces In the reverberating heart of Somalia's Middle and Lower Shabelle regions, a distressing chapter unfolds as Al-Shabaab has reclaimed territories painstakingly secured by Uganda People’s Defence Forces (UPDF) and other foreign contingents. These areas, once kept under the vigilant gaze of the African Union's peacekeeping mission, now face a renewed threat. Al-Shabaab, with its unsettling knack for exploiting moments of transition,…

Mogadishu, Somalia (AX) — In the heart of a continent that echoes tales of resilience and fortitude, stands Jacinta Kaahwa, a Ugandan finance officer enmeshed in a legal battle that could redefine labor rights within conflict zones. She seeks $15 million in damages from a British firm, SafeLane Global, alleging wrongful dismissal, racial discrimination, and abandonment in a chaotic battleground after surviving a harrowing terrorist attack. The narrative traces back to Mogadishu, where Kaahwa spent six arduous years…

Ugandan Troops Deployed to Juba Amidst Rising South Sudan Tensions JUBA, South Sudan – In a strategic maneuver aimed at stabilizing the political landscape in South Sudan, Ugandan troops have been deployed to the nation’s capital, Juba. This decision, confirmed by the Uganda People's Defence Forces (UPDF) chief, General Muhoozi Kainerugaba, comes as tensions threaten the fragile peace in the nation, challenging its already precarious stability. The…

Amidst the bustling energy of downtown Nairobi, the vibrant streets pulsated with an urgent message on Monday as human rights activists gathered, determined to make their voices heard. The cause? A demand for justice, as they called for the release of Kizza Besigye, a prominent figure in Ugandan opposition politics, who finds himself entangled in a web of legal battles and political strife. Besigye, an unwavering advocate for democratic reform, now stands accused of treason and concealing ambitions to topple the…

Ugandan Officers in Hot Water Over Helicopter Mishap in Somalia MOGADISHU, Somalia - It seems that the storms aren't just in the air as three Ugandan People's Defence Forces (UPDF) officers find themselves caught up in legal turbulence. Following the unfortunate helicopter crash in September 2024, these officers have been accused of negligence by a military court-martial. The ill-fated aircraft was tasked with shuttling troops from the African Union Transition Mission in Somalia…

Mogadishu (AX) — an ominous September of 2024, where a helicopter's brief and eventful airborne jaunt in Somalia lands three senior Ugandan military officers in hot water. Much to the chagrin of those involved, what was supposed to be a routine sortie ended in a crash and a legal tailspin. The aircraft, nestled under the watchful gaze of the African Union Transition Mission in Somalia (ATMIS), met with adversity almost immediately after takeoff from Mogadishu. Miraculously, all four peacekeepers aboard, though shaken,…

Gen Muhoozi happens to be the son of the President. The word on the grapevine from the US embassy is their staff were caught flat-footed, clueless about the CDF's cryptic statements, which demanded immediate action in less than 72 hours. By press time, Mr. Popp had zipped lips on the whole drama, and no peep came from the officials in Kampala either. “We're trying to untangle the mess,” shared a source from the scene. The mission apparently fired a concerned missive to the Foreign Affairs ministry, but as Friday bid…