Double victory for Uganda as cadet Bakira wins top Sandhurst award alongside Ruhamya Kainerugaba
Ugandan Officer Cadet Andrew Bakira Ruyondo was awarded the prestigious International Sword at the Royal Military Academy Sandhurst for his performance during training. He was commissioned alongside Ruhamya Kainerugaba, the son of Uganda's Chief of Defence Forces, marking a significant milestone for both families.
Why it matters
The event highlights international military cooperation and the continuation of high-level military leadership traditions within Uganda.
Ugandan Officer Cadet Andrew Bakira Ruyondo has been named the best international cadet at the Royal Military Academy Sandhurst, securing the prestigious International Sword during the academy’s Sovereign’s Parade in the United Kingdom on Friday, August 7, 2026.
Ugandan Officer Cadet Andrew Bakira Ruyondo and his parents
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