The Commissioning Ceremony Of Officer Cadets Intake 18-23/24 at Kaweweta

June 4, 2024 President Yoweri Kaguta Museveni who is also the Commander-In-Chief of the Uganda People’s Defence Forces (UPDF) commissions 774 officer cadets who successfully completed their one-year training course at the Basic Military Training School- Kaweweta. The commissioned officers belong to intake 18 of year 2023/24 and out of the 774 students, 28 were drawn from Tanzania and Mali. During the commissioning, President Museveni congratulated the new officers for successfully completing their training course. The President explained that the commissioned officers were taken through a tough course and were exposed to the combined elements of warfare so that they get a good preliminary exposure about fighting. The Chief of Defence Forces (CDF), Gen. Muhoozi Kainerugaba said the commissioned officers have been groomed so well and they are future leaders of the army. “I know how hard you have all worked over the past year and I hope you are proud of your achievements,” he said. “This moment marks a significant milestone in your military careers. Having attended and survived a commissioning course like this 25 years ago, I think I have an idea of what you have gone through,” he added. Gen. Muhoozi also reminded the officers that as they step into their roles, they should remember that leadership is not merely a position but a profound responsibility which they must fulfill. He further cautioned the officers against staining their names with evils of corruption, cowardice and treachery. The Commandant of Basic Military Training School – Kaweweta, Brig. Gen. Bonny Geoffrey Wolimbwa said the graduation day marked the end of a sustained period of intense learning in class and field for intake 18- 2023/24. He said the officers were equipped with knowledge and new skills which will serve them well as future military leaders. “The Officer Cadets before us have been sharpened in their minds and their bodies strengthened, both of which are needed for the responsibilities of living in the military.” The ceremony was also attended by Ministers, fraternal visiting delegations from Mali and Tanzania, among others.