- Brig. Gen. Stephen Kigundu, Deputy Commander of the UPDF Air Force, was found dead in his official residence in Entebbe
- His untimely demise has sparked profound sorrow within the UPDF and across Uganda
- Brig. Gen. Kigundu had recently participated in the handover ceremony for the Chief of Defence Forces
Brigadier General Stephen Kigundu, the Deputy Commander of the Uganda People’s Defence Force (UPDF) Air Force unit has tragically passed away.
The news if his untimely passing were announced by Defence Spokesman Brigadier General Felix Kulayigye on March 31.
According to Brig. Gen. Kulayigye’s statement, Brig. Gen. Kigundu was found deceased in the bathroom of his official residence in Entebbe.
“It is with deep sadness and heavy hearts that the Uganda Peoples’ Defence Forces inform the public of the untimely demise of Brigadier General Stephen Kigundu, the Deputy Commander of UPDF Air Force which occurred in the evening of today 31 March 2024 at his official residence in Entebbe,”
Brig. Gen. Kulayigye further elaborated that Brig. Gen. Kigundu had been in good health throughout the day until his sudden passing in the evening.
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The loss of Brig. Gen. Kigundu, a key figure within the UPDF Air Force, leaves a significant void during a crucial time when his expertise was pivotal in enhancing the capabilities of the Air Force.
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“Our condolences go to the General’s family, the UPDAP fraternity and the entire UPDF. May the soul of the fallen Brigadier General Steven rest in eternal peace,”
Brig. Kulayigye added, reflecting the somber mood within the UPDF community.
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Brigadier General Kigundu had recently participated in the handover ceremony where General Muhoozi Kainerugaba assumed the role of Chief of Defence Forces (CDF) from Gen. Wilson Mbasu Mbadi, who now serves as the junior trade minister.
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The ceremony, presided over by Gen. Salim Saleh and held at the 4th Division UPDF Headquarters in Gulu, was attended by various defense chiefs.
During the event, Reserve Force Commander Lieutenant General Otema Awany highlighted the significance of the 4th Division within the UPDF, emphasizing its role in providing invaluable military experience to senior UPDF officers.
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Brig. Gen. Kigundu’s presence at the ceremony underscored his active involvement in the UPDF’s leadership and operational activities.
The news of Brigadier General Kigundu’s passing sent shockwaves throughout the UPDF and the nation at large.
