The Uganda People’s Defence Forces (UPDF) has appointed Brigadier General Oscar Munanura as the new Chief of Defence Intelligence and Security (CDIS), following his promotion to the rank of Acting Major General.
The appointment was announced on Tuesday, October 27, 2026, by the UPDF through its Acting Director of Defence Public Information, Colonel Chris Magezi.
Maj Gen Munanura, who previously served as Deputy Chief of Defence Intelligence and Security, replaces Maj Gen Richard Otto, who has been seconded to the Joint Staff Human Resource Management department for redeployment.
In a statement, the UPDF fraternity congratulated Maj Gen Munanura upon his promotion and appointment, while commending Maj Gen Otto for his service during his tenure as head of Defence Intelligence and Security.
The army also wished both officers success as they take on their new assignments.
