The Uganda Peoples’ Defence Forces (UPDF) in South Sudan, under Operation Mulinzi wa Kimya, has marked the 45th Tarehe Sita anniversary with a series of civil–military activities.
The celebrations were officiated by the Special Forces Command (SFC) Component Commander in South Sudan, Col JM Kabila, on behalf of Joint Task Force Commander Brig Gen Anthony Lukwago Mbuusi.
Col Kabila highlighted the core values of Tarehe Sita. He described the day as a symbol of patriotism, Pan-Africanism, and selfless service. He paid tribute to serving officers, veterans, and fallen heroes from both Uganda and South Sudan for their discipline, loyalty, and contribution to regional peace, security, and stability.
As part of the anniversary, Col Kabila and the Mangalla Payam Director, Juma Marcellino Sebur, commissioned a newly built pit latrine at Dingdong Primary School.
The UPDF medical team also conducted a two-day free medical outreach in Mangalla Payam and Dingdong Primary School. More than 1,500 residents benefited. Services covered infectious diseases, cardiovascular illnesses, respiratory disorders, endocrine and metabolic diseases, and gynaecological conditions.
Speaking on behalf of local authorities, Sebur thanked the UPDF for showing brotherhood and solidarity with the people of South Sudan, and for extending free medical services to the Mangalla Payam community and Dingdong Primary School.
Lt Col Alex Habyona, who represented Battle Group Commander Col Bernard Kashemeza, urged residents to maintain the spirit of brotherhood. He noted that Uganda and South Sudan share deep historical and cultural ties.
The event was attended by Asset Commander Steven Namolo, Maj Benon Bamuhimbise, and Gondokoro Payam Director Karlo Insak, among other officials.
