By The Uganda Police Force has begun a nationwide review of the deployment of Special Police Constables (SPCs), with a plan to retain those deemed necessary and disengage others.
Speaking during a media briefing at police headquarters in Naguru, Kituuma Rusoke the police spokesperson clarified that SPCs are police officers serving under contractual terms, typically hired for one to two years depending on operational needs. He emphasized that these officers are not permanent members of the force but are brought on board to bolster manpower in areas with heightened security demands.
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“Special Police Constables are officers we engage on contract, usually for about two years, though it can be shorter depending on the prevailing needs,” Kituuma said. “Currently, we are reviewing their deployment across the country. Some will be retained, while others we no longer require will be disengaged.”
The spokesperson noted that the review process is ongoing and involves assessing the performance and necessity of each SPC within the regions they serve. He added that many SPCs continue to play an important role in maintaining security and supporting regular police operations, particularly in areas facing manpower gaps.
“Management found it necessary to re-evaluate the contribution of the SPCs. Where we have good use for them, we are reviewing and extending their contracts. For others, we are in the process of concluding their service,” he said.
The move comes amid growing efforts within the Uganda Police Force to streamline its personnel structures and ensure efficient use of human resources. While SPCs have been instrumental in supplementing the work of regular officers especially during major national events and elections questions have periodically arisen regarding their long-term role, training levels, and integration within the force.
Kituuma assured the public that the review process will be handled carefully, with decisions based on operational needs rather than arbitrary cuts. He also reaffirmed that the police remain committed to maintaining public safety during and after the reorganization.
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The force is expected to issue further updates once the review process concludes, including details on the number of SPCs retained and regions most affected by the changes.
Special Police Constables were widely deployed during the previous general elections to boost security coverage, particularly in rural and hard-to-reach areas. Their contracts typically include duties such as guarding public installations, assisting in patrols, and reinforcing crowd control units.
Police sources indicate that as the country heads toward the 2026 elections, strategic decisions on personnel deployment are being prioritized to align with new security demands, including the rising need for rapid response teams and intelligence-driven policing.
For now, Kituuma urged patience, noting, “The engagement with those SPCs we still need is ongoing. We shall continue to work with them as appropriate.”
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