Kasese, Bundibugyo and Fort Portal attackers targeted army and police says UPDF

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Kasese, Bundibugyo and Fort Portal armed attacks on Saturday targeted military and police deployments in the region, a statement from the Uganda Peoples’ Defence Forces (UPDF) has revealed.

The dawn raids on November 1st were a series of coordinated attacks, says the UPDF spokesman Brig Gen. Felix Kulayigye.

The attacks, he added, were carried out by persons he termed as "hostile elements attempting to destabilise security installations and provoke unrest in the region".

The attackers, whom he said used submachine guns and machetes, attacked Kasese and Lugendabara Police posts in Kasese district, UPDF positions at Malindi and Kakuka in Bundibugyo, plus Canon Apollo School in Fort Portal.

UPDF statement in full:

Armed Attacks On Security Positions In Bundibugyo, Kasese, And Fort Portal Districts

The Uganda Peoples’ Defence Forces (UPDF) wishes to inform the public of a series of coordinated attacks carried out by armed groups targeting police and military deployments in the districts of Bundibugyo, Kasese, and Fort Portal.

The incidents occurred today, November 1, 2025, with hostile elements attempting to destabilise security installations and provoke unrest in the region.

The elements, using submachine guns and machetes, attacked Kasese and Lugendabara Police posts in Kasese district, and UPDF positions at Malindi in Bundibugyo, Kakuka in Bundibugyo, and Canon Apollo School in Fort Portal. Our forces, in collaboration with the Uganda Police Force, responded swiftly and decisively to neutralise the threat.

Several attackers were subdued, and operations are ongoing to apprehend those who fled. Unfortunately, the attackers killed one civilian woman in Malindi and one soldier was Killed in Action.

We commend the bravery and professionalism of our personnel who acted with restraint and precision to protect lives and property. Investigations are underway to determine the origin, motive, and affiliations of the assailants.

The UPDF condemns any attempt to destabilize the prevailing peace in the country and assures all Ugandans—especially residents of Bundibugyo, Kasese, and Fortportal—that the situation is under control.

Additional security measures have been deployed to reinforce stability and prevent further incidents. We urge the public to remain calm, vigilant, and cooperative with security agencies.

Any suspicious activity should be reported immediately to the nearest police or military post. The UPDF remains committed to safeguarding the sovereignty of Uganda and ensuring peace and security for all.