Wednesday, 28 October 2026 Verified first-party sources
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Hundreds of qualified applicants have turned up at Kololo Independence Grounds as the Uganda Peoples’ Defence Forces (UPDF) recruitment exercise entered its final day. The nationwide recruitment exercise is aimed at filling personnel gaps created by retirement and the completion of service by other members of the force.
Fifty-four shortlisted candidates from Busiro North and Busiro South met the requirements to join the Uganda Peoples’ Defence Forces (UPDF) following a recruitment exercise held at Wakiso District headquarters on Friday, August 14, 2026. A total of 93 candidates reported for the exercise, which was led by Brigadier General Allan Kalanzi.
UPDF says shortlisted candidates in its 2026 general recruitment will attend physical recruitment from 10 to 22 August at designated district centres. Candidates should use the official schedule and beware of intermediaries: recruitment is free.
UPDF announced its 2026 general recruitment exercise for eligible Ugandan citizens, with district and city quotas informed by the 2024 national census. Applicants should confirm requirements and official notices directly with UPDF.