UPDF set to retire 148 senior officers

The event is taking place at the Non-Commissioned Officers Academy in Jinja.

Brig. Gen. Emmanuel Kanyesigye, Commandant of Jinja Cantonment, praised the officers for their selfless service to the UPDF, Uganda, and Africa.

He emphasised that their efforts have allowed the nation to enjoy peace and stability.

Brig. Gen. Kanyesigye advised the retirees to respect and cooperate with community leaders, as transitioning from command roles can be challenging.

He encouraged them to use their leadership skills to support and enhance existing community leadership, driving progress rather than conflicting with village authorities.

He also urged the retirees to take pride in their achievements and use this new phase of life to engage in socially and economically transformative activities, such as agriculture.

This would help them multiply their gratuity, secure a sustainable financial future, fully reintegrate into their communities, and manage their hard-earned benefits wisely.

Col Deborah Nayebare, Deputy Chief of Pension, Gratuity, and Compensation, encouraged the retirees to view their retirement positively as an opportunity to explore aspects of life they may have previously neglected during their service.

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She reassured them that their pension remunerations are secure and tax-free, thanks to the government.

Col Nayebare advised them to manage their finances wisely by considering key investment principles, including where and how to invest, what to invest in, and the associated risks.

She also highlighted the importance of mastering economic cash flow and planning asset acquisition.

The event was attended by staff from the Pension Directorate and William Enyimu, Principal Human Resource Officer at the Ministry of Defence and Veteran Affairs.

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