Summary:
- The UPDF team, led by Brig. Gen. Stephen Mugerwa, implemented a novel strategy whereby individuals were first shortlisted and then recruited, ensuring adherence to the necessary quotas.
RUKUNGIRI: The Uganda People’s Defence Forces (UPDF) has recruited 105 youth from Kanungu and Rukungiri Districts who met the required qualifications to join the force.
The recruitment exercise for both districts took place on Thursday at the District Internal Security Officer’s office in Rukungiri District. The UPDF team, led by Brig. Gen. Stephen Mugerwa, implemented a novel strategy whereby individuals were first shortlisted and then recruited, ensuring adherence to the necessary quotas.

Brig. Gen. Mugerwa assured the public that the interview stages were systematic and transparent, aimed at selecting capable soldiers upon completion of training programs. He emphasized that no standards would be compromised and that the UPDF is committed to upholding its dignity.
He urged the recruits to be disciplined and to defend the people and their property once they enlist in the army.
CUE IN MUGERWA…….ON RECRUITS……LUG //