The Special Forces Command (SFC) has flagged off its Alpha and Bravo drill teams ahead of the Second Inter-Forces Chief of Defence Forces (CDF) Drill Competition scheduled to take place at the Kololo Ceremonial Grounds.
The teams were flagged off on Tuesday, July 21, 2026, by SFC Commander Maj. Gen. David Mugisha, before joining participants from other military services and formations in Bombo for final rehearsals ahead of the competition.
Addressing the teams during the ceremony, Maj. Gen. Mugisha commended the participants for their commitment and progress during training, urging them to remain focused and maintain high levels of discipline as they prepare for the contest.
“Do not relax. Competition is not just about participating; it demands total concentration, discipline and determination,” Maj. Gen. Mugisha said.
The SFC Commander cautioned participants against behaviours that could affect their physical and mental preparedness, stressing that discipline, teamwork and commitment are critical factors in achieving success in military competitions.
He reminded the teams that although drill competitions are based on collective performance, victory depends on individual effort, self-drive, coordination and the ability to execute tasks as a unit.
Maj. Gen. Mugisha encouraged the teams to maintain smartness, flexibility, high morale and a winning attitude throughout the competition.
The Inter-Forces CDF Drill Competition was introduced by the Chief of Defence Forces, Gen. Muhoozi Kainerugaba, to promote military discipline, physical fitness and excellence in parade drills among officers and other ranks.
During the inaugural competition held last year, the Special Forces Command won two trophies and emerged the best in the Mastery (Showmanship) Drill category, while the Internal Security Organisation (ISO) was crowned the overall champion.
This year’s competition will feature several categories, including Sword Drill, Cane Stick Drill, Crop Stick Drill, Foot Drill, Pace Stick Drill and Mastery (Showmanship) Drill.
The flag-off ceremony was attended by SFC Chief of Staff Brig. Gen. Paul Namawa, Deputy Commander of the 1 Special Forces Group (1SFG) Col. Dismas Kamuza, brigade commanders, directors, senior officers, junior officers and non-commissioned officers.
