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President Museveni promotes 301 UPDF officers and confirms ranks of 172 others

Policy & Legislation Single source Uganda (national) 28 Jul 2026 Severity: 1/5

The Ministry of Defence and Veteran Affairs said President Museveni, as Commander-in-Chief, approved the promotion of 301 UPDF officers and the confirmation of 172 others in their ranks. According to a statement by Acting Director of Defence Public Information Col. Chris Magezi, five Brigadier Generals were promoted to Major General.

A national event, not tied to one district.

Single source: Reported by one outlet; not yet independently confirmed.

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