Kampala, May 23, 2025 – The Uganda People’s Defence Forces (UPDF) has raised alarms over rebel groups allegedly planning violent attacks and economic sabotage, while accusing foreign diplomats—including Germany’s ambassador—of funding destabilization efforts.
In a press release dated May 23, 2025, the Ministry of Defence & Veteran Affairs disclosed that security agencies have arrested multiple suspects linked to armed rebellion, bomb plots, and vandalism of electricity infrastructure in central Uganda. Districts such as Wakiso, Mukono, Kayunga, Luweero, and greater Masaka have been particularly affected.














