UCAA Drives Green Aviation and Secures Global Influence with ICAO Council Seat
This dual commitment was highlighted at the national workshop on the Carbon Offsetting and Reduction Scheme for International Aviation (CORSIA), Sustainable Aviation Fuels (SAF), and CORSIA Eligible Fuels (CEF), held today at Speke Resort Munyonyo, in Kampala. The workshop, co-organised by the Uganda Civil Aviation Authority (UCAA) and the EU-CORSIA Africa and Caribbean Project, and attended […]
Uganda Secures Prestigious Seat on Global Aviation Council
Uganda has been elected to the International Civil Aviation Organisation (ICAO) Council for the 2025–2028 term, marking a significant milestone in the country’s aviation diplomacy. The announcement came during the 42nd ICAO Assembly, where Uganda secured 155 out of 185 votes in a competitive election under Part III, which ensures […]
Lumonya Reaffirms CAA’s Commitment to Making Uganda a Premier Tourism Hub
The Deputy Director-General of the Uganda Civil Aviation Authority (UCAA), Olive B. Lumonya, has reaffirmed the Authority’s commitment to strengthening aviation infrastructure as a key driver of tourism and trade. Speaking at the 6th Bi-Annual Private Sector CEO Retreat on Friday, she presented a comprehensive update on the sector’s progress […]
Entebbe Airport registers 2nd largest number of passengers
Kampala, Uganda | THE INDEPENDENT | Entebbe International Airport recorded its second largest number of passengers in June, registering 213,217 international passengers in a single month, according to the Uganda Civil Aviation Authority (CAA). The number includes 106,583 arrivals and 106,634 departures giving an average of 7,107 arrivals and departures per […]
Uganda Embraces Modern Aviation Satellite Technology
The Uganda Civil Aviation Authority (UCAA), through the Uganda Air Transport Safety Engineering Association (UGATSEA), is hosting the 15th International Federation of Air Traffic Safety Electronics Associations (IFATSEA) Africa Regional Meeting, running from June 17–19, 2025, at the Speke Resort Convention Centre, Munyonyo. Held under the theme, “Digital Transformation in […]
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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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 […]
Uganda eyes expanded air routes after successful ICAN 2024 negotiations
What you need to know: Uganda has concluded its participation in the International Civil Aviation Organization (ICAO) Air Services Negotiation Event (ICAN) 2024, held in Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia, with high hopes of securing landing rights in more countries. The Ugandan delegation, led by Olive Birungi Lumonya, Deputy Director General of […]
Uganda’s aviation community rallies behind menstrual health initiative
What you need to know: The Uganda Civil Aviation Authority (UCAA) and the Uganda Aeronautical Information Service Officers Association (UGAISOA) have joined forces to support menstrual health education and provide sanitary pads to girls in Namayingo and Budondo, Jinja District. This initiative was sparked by a heartbreaking story of girls […]