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Peace and Stability: Foundation for Uganda's Prosperity

Professional security forces ensuring internal stability and regional peace through strategic defense, community policing, and regional cooperation initiatives.

Uganda's commitment to peace and stability has transformed the nation from conflict zones to secure regions, enabling economic development and social progress. Through professional security forces and strategic regional partnerships, Uganda has become a beacon of stability in East Africa.

20+
Years of Peace
Internal Stability
8
Peace Missions
Regional Deployments
1.8M
Refugees Hosted
Regional Stability
95%
Security Index
National Safety

Comprehensive Security Framework

Multi-dimensional approach ensuring internal stability and regional peace
National Defense

Professional Defense Forces

Uganda People's Defence Forces (UPDF) providing comprehensive national security through professional military operations, border protection, and territorial integrity maintenance.
Professional military training
Border security operations
Territorial integrity protection
Community Policing

Community-Based Security

Uganda Police Force implementing community policing strategies, crime prevention initiatives, and public safety programs to ensure citizen security.
Community policing programs
Crime prevention initiatives
Public safety assurance
Regional Missions

Regional Peace Operations

Active participation in African Union and UN peacekeeping missions, contributing to regional stability and conflict resolution across East Africa.
AU peacekeeping missions
Regional conflict resolution
Cross-border cooperation
Refugee Support

Humanitarian Security

Providing security and protection for 1.8 million refugees while maintaining stability in host communities through integrated humanitarian approaches.
Refugee camp security
Host community stability
Humanitarian protection

Peace and Security Achievements

Transformational security outcomes creating foundations for development
Northern Uganda Peace
VERIFIED SUCCESS

Northern Uganda Transformation

Acholi & Lango Regions
From 20-year conflict zone to peaceful region with thriving agriculture, education, and economic activities benefiting 3.2 million people.
3.2M People Secured
100% Peace Achieved
Somalia Peace Mission
VERIFIED SUCCESS

AMISOM Somalia Mission

Somalia
Uganda's leadership in AMISOM operations has stabilized Somalia, enabling government restoration and civilian protection across major cities.
15 Years Service
85% Territory Secured
Refugee Integration
VERIFIED SUCCESS

Refugee Integration Model

National Program
Progressive refugee policy allowing settlement, work rights, and education access while maintaining security and community harmony.
1.8M Refugees Hosted
100% Peaceful Integration

Peace and Security by Numbers

Measurable security achievements creating foundation for Uganda's development
20+

Years of Peace

Consecutive years of internal stability and security enabling development across all regions.
95%

Security Index

National security rating demonstrating effective protection of citizens and property.
8

Peace Missions

Active participation in regional and international peacekeeping operations.
1.8M

Refugees Protected

Regional refugees provided safety and integration opportunities in Uganda.
146

Districts Secured

Complete national coverage ensuring security and safety across all administrative districts.
40

Years of Stability

Uninterrupted constitutional governance and democratic stability since 1986.
45M

Citizens Protected

Total population benefiting from comprehensive security and peace infrastructure.
75%

Crime Reduction

Significant decrease in crime rates through effective policing and community security programs.

Professional Forces for Peace

Uganda has built professional defense forces that ensure regional stability and create conducive conditions for economic development. The Uganda People's Defence Forces (UPDF) plays a crucial role in peacekeeping missions across East Africa and beyond.

This professional military capability has transformed Uganda from a conflict-affected country to a beacon of stability, enabling sustained economic growth and social progress throughout the region.

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Peace Building Pillars

National Security

Professional military and security forces ensuring domestic stability and protection of Uganda's sovereignty and territorial integrity.

Regional Peacekeeping

Active participation in African Union and UN peacekeeping missions, contributing to stability across East and Central Africa.

Counter-Terrorism

Leading efforts to combat terrorism and violent extremism, particularly through AMISOM operations in Somalia and regional cooperation.

Peace and Security Achievements

39

Years of Stability

Consecutive years of peace and stability under President Museveni's leadership since 1986.
22,000

Peacekeepers Deployed

UPDF soldiers serving in various peacekeeping missions across Africa, including Somalia and South Sudan.
100%

Territory Secured

Complete territorial integrity maintained with no active rebel groups operating within Uganda.
8

Regional Missions

Number of countries where Uganda has contributed to peacekeeping and stability operations.