For the first time, Ugandans came close to the Infantry Fighting Vehicles are known as "Nyoka" which are assembled and produced by Ugandan soldiers.

"Nyoka", a Swahili word which means 'snake', is one of the types of military vehicles being assembled at Magamaga Nyoka Conversion Centre in Mayuge district.

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This type of military vehicle was first unveiled on August 8th during President Museveni's visit at the facility.

The 4x4 military vehicle can “withstand a single anti-tank mine blast anywhere under the hull”.