UCAA Receives First Airport Shuttle Bus from Kiira Motors
Uganda Civil Aviation Authority (UCAA) officially received its first airport shuttle bus from Kiira Motors Corporation on June 20, 2025 at Kololo Independence Grounds. Speaking at the event, the Director General of UCAA noted that the delivery of this first bus was a testament to the progress Uganda is making in promoting local innovation […]
Uganda Successfully Hosts 15th IFATSEA Africa Regional Meeting
Uganda Civil Aviation Authority (UCAA), in partnership with the Uganda Air Transport Safety Engineering Association (UGATSEA), successfully hosted the 15th International Federation of Air Traffic Safety Electronics Associations (IFATSEA) Africa Regional Meeting from June 17–19, 2025 at the Speke Resort Convention Centre, Munyonyo. Held under the theme: “Digital Transformation in Communications, Navigation, and Surveillance/Air […]
TENDER OPPORTUNITY UNDER OPEN INTERNATIONAL BIDDING
Uganda Civil Aviation Authority (UCAA) is a Government Statutory entity responsible for the promotion of the safe, secure and efficient development of Civil Aviation inside and outside Uganda1. The Authority has allocated funds to be used for the following procurement. Download Full Document
IATA Launches Global Baggage Roadmap
The International Air Transport Association (IATA) launched a 10-year Global Baggage Roadmap to modernize baggage operations. Developed with airlines, airports, and industry partners, the roadmap sets a clear path to improve both operational efficiency and traveler satisfaction. Read full article here
Entebbe Airport conducts full-scale emergency exercise to test readiness
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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, […]
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, […]