The Uganda Peoples’ Defence Forces has concluded the fourth intake of the Trainer of Trainers course at the Legal Training Centre in Jinja, with 24 participants, including three women, completing the month-long programme.
The course was today officially closed by the Deputy Chief of Defence Intelligence and Security, Brig Gen Paddy Ankunda who applauded the trainees for their dedication and urged them to apply the skills acquired to support the institution that invested in their professional growth.
Brig Gen Ankunda noted that the training was a milestone and not only significant for participants but also for the UPDF institution as they continue the journey to transform and professionalise the Army saying that training is the backbone of any institution that aspires to grow, transform and remain relevant in a dynamic environment.
Brig Gen Ankunda added that training forms the foundation of operational readiness, strategic adaptability and institutional credibility and by equipping trainers to instruct others the UPDF was creating a “multiplier effect” that would benefit every level of command and service.
The Commandant of the Legal Training Centre, Col Suzan Muwanga explained that most of the participants were drawn from training schools and the legal department, reflecting the course’s focus on building capacity in the law of armed conflict, incidental laws and instructional skills.
She said the training was guided by international humanitarian law and the 2006 directive requiring UPDF leadership to ensure that all forces are trained in International Humanitarian Law and the curriculum combined modules on the law of armed conflict with practical sessions on training, communication and instructional methods.
The best performers included Pte Tanga Amanya Dennis as the overall best student, 2Lt Susan Ashaba in discipline, while Lt Ronald Kabagambe served as the Course Senior.
