The Uganda Civil Aviation Authority (UCAA) held its Annual Suppliers’ Workshop on Thursday, November 28, 2024, at Imperial Resort Beach Hotel, Entebbe. The workshop aimed to strengthen relationships with suppliers, enhance supplier performance, and introduce sustainable procurement practices aligned with the amended procurement law. This new approach emphasizes integrating environmental, social, and governance (ESG) considerations into procurement processes.
The forum also provided an opportunity for suppliers to share feedback on challenges affecting their operations.
The event was officially opened by the Director of Airports and Aviation Security, Eng. Ayub Sooma, and concluded by the Acting Director General of UCAA, Ms. Olive Birungi Lumonya. In her closing remarks, Ms. Lumonya underscored the critical role suppliers play in UCAA’s performance and highlighted the importance of continually improving the strong relationship between UCAA and its suppliers.
Eng. Sooma, in his opening address, emphasized that procurement and logistics are pivotal to Uganda’s economy.
The workshop was well-attended, drawing over 200 suppliers and service providers