UK CAAi conducts SSP training of Uganda’s key aviation players
April 10, 2025 | Kampala, Uganda Uganda’s key aviation industry players participated in a two-day State Safety Programme (SSP) Awareness Training for senior management and accountable executives from April 9–10, 2025, at Protea Hotel in Kampala. The training, facilitated by the UK Civil Aviation Authority International (UKCAAi) under the Airbus Support Programme, […]
REQUEST FOR PROPOSALS FOR AVIATION FUEL SUPPLIERS FOR ENTEBBE INTERNATIONAL AIRPORT (EIA)
1.0 INTRODUCTION Uganda Civil Aviation Authority (UCAA) invites proposals from qualified aviation fuel supplying companies to supply fuel at Entebbe International Airport (EIA) located in Entebbe, Uganda. Pursuant to the Uganda Civil Aviation Authority Act CAP 348 , UCAA owns and operates Entebbe International Airport and 13 other Aerodromes in Uganda […]
UCAA Hosts Annual Iftar Dinner
Uganda Civil Aviation Authority (UCAA) hosted the annual Iftar Dinner at the UCAA Head Office and brought together members of the Muslim community within the aviation sector for an evening of reflection, gratitude, and unity on March 25, 2025. Speaking at the event, the UCAA Director General, Mr. Fred K. […]
Uganda Airlines launches London Gatwick route
What you need to know: Uganda Airlines has this Thursday morning luanched the London Gatwick route as it expands its wings across the world. The landmark expansion into the European market flights start on May 18th, 2025.The national carrier will operate four weekly non-stop flights between Entebbe International Airport and […]
A Rare Standard of Professionalism at Entebbe Airport
After forgetting his mobile phone in a security tray at the luggage scanner of Entebbe International Airport, I experienced an unexpected act of professionalism when an Aviation Security officer went out of his way to return it. Dr Sam Akaki Reading about the entrenched inefficiency and corruption that pervades both […]
Minister Byamukama inaugurates the National State Safety Programme Coordination Group
The Minister of State for Transport, Hon. Fred Byamukama, inaugurated the National State Safety Programme Coordination Group (NSSPCG) on March 12, 2024 at Protea Hotel, Kampala, in compliance with the safety requirements of the International Civil Aviation Organization (ICAO). The Minister urged the NSSPCG to embrace data driven decision making, […]
Entebbe International Airport hosts Inaugural Safety Week
Entebbe International Airport held its first Safety Week starting November 11 to 15, 2024, with an opening address by the Director General of UCAA. He emphasized the collective responsibility of maintaining aviation safety and the need for a sustained, positive safety culture among all airport stakeholders. During the event, the […]
UCAA holds Supplier’s Workshop
UCAA held its Annual Suppliers Workshop at Imperial Resort Beach Hotel, Entebbe, on November 11, 2024. The event was led by the Procurement and Disposal Unit under the theme: “Collaboration and Partnerships for Sustainable Procurement.” The workshop aimed to educate suppliers on the new requirements in procurement law to ensure […]
UCAA Engages Stakeholders on the State of Uganda’s Aviation Industry
On January 21, 2025, the Uganda Civil Aviation Authority (UCAA) hosted a Stakeholders’ Breakfast in Kampala, providing industry players with an update on the current state of Uganda’s aviation industry. The event was graced by the Minister of Transport, Hon. Gen. Katumba Wamala. Key Highlights 🔹 Regulatory & Service Provision […]
Gen Katumba Wamala commissions new fire fighting trucks at Entebbe Airport
The Minister for Works and Transport, Gen Katumba Wamala has commissioned two state of the art fire fighting trucks at Entebbe International Airport. Speaking during the function, Gen Katumba said with the country having successfully gone through two back to back international safety and security audits but is also is […]