The joint operation by the Uganda Peoples’ Defence Forces and the Armed Forces of the Democratic Republic of Congo operating in Mwalika Valley under the 15th battalion has rescued three more children, after an encounter with a group of ADF rebels.
In the operation that happened on Tuesday August 9th, two rebels were put out of action and a rocket propelled grenade (RPG) launcher was recovered from the terrorists.
According to Major Bilal Katamba the Public Information Officer UPDF Mountain Division and Operation Shujaa, the three children who were in dire health conditions and need of medical attention are currently undergoing treatment and monitoring by the UPDF medical personnel.
Relatedly, following their surrender to the joint forces on 6th August, 2023, ADF rebels on Tuesday led the joint forces to where they had hidden their weapons and subsequently recovered two submachine guns (SMGs).
“The joint forces continue to comb the Valley of Mwalika to clear it of all terrorists and continue with their efforts of rescuing more children and women,” said Major Katamba.
