Gen Karachi’s passing comes just a week after the death of Maj. Gen. Francis Takirwa, Deputy Commander of Land Forces. The loss of two senior generals has sent shockwaves through the defence establishment.
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Maj. Gen. Deus Sande Karachi, Commander of the UPDF Armoured Division in Kasajjagirwa in Masaka, has died, reportedly due to heart failure. The Uganda Peoples Defence Forces (UPDF) has not yet confirmed the circumstances surrounding his death.
Gen. Karachi who hails from Kabale developed the heart complication at Jalia City petrol station near at the outskirts of Mpigi town last night before he was rushed to Mpigi hospital where he died shortly after.
The Armored Division spokesperson Lt. Teddy Anena has confirmed Gen. Karachi’s death but could not give more details.
Gen Karachi’s passing comes just a week after the death of Maj. Gen. Francis Takirwa, Deputy Commander of Land Forces. The loss of two senior generals has sent shockwaves through the defence establishment.
A seasoned officer with decades of service, Gen Karachi commanded the Armoured Division, a key player in national defence operations. Colleagues and residents in Masaka are mourning the loss of a respected leader.
The UPDF leadership will issue an official statement on funeral arrangements and the cause of his death.
