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UPDF Battle Group in South Sudan gets new commander
Mbuusi commended Aragamoi for his contribution, exemplary leadership, commitment, loyalty and cooperation during his tenure.
Col Francis Aragamoi handing over to Col Kafureka Gumizamu. (Credit: UPDF)
By: Vision Reporter, Journalist @New Vision
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The Uganda Peoples’ Defence Forces (UPDF) Battle Group operating in South Sudan under Operation 'Mlinzi Wakimya' (silent guard) has witnessed a change of command, with Col Kafureka Gumizamu taking over from Col Francis Aragamoi.
The ceremony was presided over by the Joint Task Force Commander, Maj Gen Anthony Lukwago Mbuusi.
Mbuusi commended Aragamoi for his contribution, exemplary leadership, commitment, loyalty and cooperation during his tenure.
He recognised his efforts in supporting the mission and providing effective leadership within the Battle Group.
Mbuusi expressed confidence in Gumizamu’s wealth of experience and leadership capabilities. He urged him to maintain discipline among the troops, strengthen teamwork and ensure that the Battle Group remains focused on fulfilling its assigned responsibilities.
He recognised his efforts in supporting the mission and providing effective leadership within the Battle Group.
Mbuusi expressed confidence in Gumizamu’s wealth of experience and leadership capabilities. He urged him to maintain discipline among the troops, strengthen teamwork and ensure that the Battle Group remains focused on fulfilling its assigned responsibilities.
In his remarks, Aragamoi thanked the Joint Task Force Commander for his teamwork, openness and continuous engagement, noting that these attributes had been instrumental in addressing challenges and enhancing operational performance.
On his part, Gumizamu thanked the UPDF leadership for entrusting him with the responsibility of commanding the Battle Group.
He pledged to work closely with the Joint Task Force leadership and administration, guided by the principles of teamwork, integrity, honesty and cooperation.
The ceremony was attended by Commanding Officers, Special Forces Command component representatives, senior and junior officers, among other personnel.
On his part, Gumizamu thanked the UPDF leadership for entrusting him with the responsibility of commanding the Battle Group.
He pledged to work closely with the Joint Task Force leadership and administration, guided by the principles of teamwork, integrity, honesty and cooperation.
The ceremony was attended by Commanding Officers, Special Forces Command component representatives, senior and junior officers, among other personnel.