UPDF troops in South Sudan provide humanitarian support to Bilnyang communities

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The Uganda Peoples’ Defence Forces (UPDF), through its Joint Task Force stationed in South Sudan, has provided clean tap water and free medical services to residents of Bilnyang in Central Equatoria State.

This humanitarian camp conducted on Friday was supervised by Brig. Gen. Anthony Lukwago Mbuusi, the task force commander, in company with Maj. Benon Bamuhimbise, the Civil-Military Cooperation (CIMIC) officer.

Maj. Bamuhimbise urged the local population to always use the clean water and medical care available at several points opened by UPDF.

The UPDF medical team has successfully conducted several surgical operations, including procedures for goitre, hernia, and prostate conditions.

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The UPDF deployed in South Sudan in mid-March 2025.

The deployment of UPDF forces to South Sudan came in response to a formal request by South Sudanese President Salva Kiir to Ugandan President Yoweri Museveni, seeking immediate assistance in stabilising the country following renewed outbreaks of conflict.

“The community should feel free to use our medical services and clean water whenever in need,” he said.

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Bilnyang is one of the areas hosting hundreds of internally displaced refugees.

Bamuhimbise also praised the UPDF medical personnel for their commitment to duty and encouraged them to uphold professionalism and discipline while tending to civilians.

According to a UPDF release, Bamuhimbise attributed the mission’s success to the solid rapport established between the UPDF and South Sudanese communities.

Maj. Nicholas Mutatiina, the Brigade Intelligence Officer, expressed gratitude to the Chief of Defence Forces (CDF), Gen. Muhoozi Kainerugaba, for the unwavering support that continues to bring meaningful relief to South Sudanese civilians through access to healthcare and other essential services.