President Museveni has commissioned 498 officer cadets at the UPDF Basic Military Training School in Kaweweta, Nakaseke District, emphasizing the importance of patriotism, Pan-Africanism, discipline, and professionalism. The newly commissioned officers include 328 from UPDF, 100 from the Central African Republic, 20 from Mali, 40 from Somalia, and 10 from the Tanzania People’s Defence Forces.
In his address, President Museveni congratulated the officer cadets on completing their course and joining the UPDF, citing the 177-kilometre Salim Saleh Walk as a demonstration of their commitment and resilience. He urged them to embody the values of the UPDF and contribute to the country’s development.
The President also highlighted the government’s commitment to improving infrastructure in Luweero Triangle and surrounding areas, including road construction and access to water and electricity. He commended the UPDF for their recent successful operations against criminal elements in Kasese, urging the newly commissioned officers to carry forward the UPDF’s legacy of patriotism, sacrifice, and service to Uganda and Africa.
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