The Armoured Division has donated Shs1 million to the Hafisa Magezi Foundation, a community-based initiative that supports girls, sick and vulnerable people, and agricultural livelihoods in Ssaza and neighbouring districts in Masaka.
The Armoured Division Commander, Brig Gen Pande Kajuba, handed over the donation and pledged continued support for community-led initiatives.
Brig Gen Kajuba said the Uganda Peoples’ Defence Forces (UPDF) remains committed to security operations and socio-economic transformation.
He urged young people to embrace pan-Africanism and patriotism as key values for national development.
“The army no longer only fights in the bush. We are also fighting poverty. We should acquire skills that empower us to improve our livelihoods. Agriculture and other productive activities are key to sustainable development,” he said.
Brig Gen Kajuba said support for civil society initiatives forms part of the UPDF’s wider role in promoting stability and development in communities.
Speaking on behalf of the foundation, Sheikh Ashraf thanked the UPDF and the Armoured Division for supporting community projects and maintaining a strong relationship with civilians.
The event was attended by the Deputy Division Commander, Brig Gen Wilson Bagonza; the Division Administrative Officer, Col David Kiirya Bamutaze; the Division Maintenance Officer, Lt Col Charles Lubega; and other officials.
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