Maj Gen Oscar Munanura Takes Over As Chief Of Defence Intelligence And Security

What the report says

Uganda’s Chieftaincy of Defence Intelligence and Security (CDIS) has transitioned to a new leader, with Major General Oscar Munanura taking over as Chief of Defence Intelligence and Security. The handover and takeover ceremony marked his succession of Major General Richard Otto, according to Watchdog Uganda.

The event was presided over by the Commander Land Force, Lt Gen Kayanja Muhanga, who represented the Chief of Defence Forces and Senior Presidential Advisor on Special Operations, Gen Muhoozi Kainerugaba. During the ceremony, Lt Gen Muhanga praised Maj Gen Otto for his service and contribution to the intelligence establishment, while also stressing the need for timely and reliable intelligence in military operations.

He urged personnel to carry out their duties with discipline, loyalty, commitment and hard work, noting that weak or delayed intelligence can affect battlefield safety and operational success. Maj Gen Munanura, in turn, thanked the Commander-in-Chief and the Chief of Defence Forces for the confidence placed in him and pledged professional, diligent and visionary leadership.

The ceremony was also attended by the UPDF Chief of Joint Staff, Lt Gen Jack Bakasumba, and other members of the Joint Staff. The leadership change matters because CDIS plays a central role in Uganda’s military intelligence structure and supports operational planning and security decision-making.