In a development that has sent ripples of frustration through the East African travel community, dozens of passengers remain stranded at Dubai International Airport (DXB) following the failure of Uganda Airlines to execute its scheduled flight to Entebbe. The national…
The 48th East African Consultative Meeting on the Facilitation of Air Transport (EACFAL) officially convened at Speke Resort Munyonyo, Kampala, today, bringing together high-level delegates from East African Community (EAC) member states and key continental aviation bodies. The meeting, which…
Uganda has achieved a significant milestone in expanding its global aviation footprint by successfully concluding a Bilateral Air Services Agreement (BASA) with the Republic of Argentina. This strategic new partnership, alongside the signing of a reviewed BASA with Qatar, marks…
Uganda has achieved a significant diplomatic and technical victory, securing one of the eight seats designated for African states on the influential International Civil Aviation Organisation (ICAO) Council for the 2025–2028 term. This election, which took place at the 42nd…
A high-level delegation led by Hu Zhangliang, Vice Chairman of the China International Development Cooperation Agency (CIDCA), visited the ongoing expansion project at Entebbe International Airport on September 21, 2025. The inspection and subsequent meeting with key Ugandan officials, including…
The African Development Bank (AfDB) is in advanced talks with Uganda’s Ministry of Works and Transport to fund a transformative project aimed at upgrading regional aerodromes, with a primary focus on converting Arua Airfield into a full-fledged international airport. The…
Uganda’s ambitious drive to transform its tourism and oil and gas sectors, key pillars of its economic future, faces a significant setback after the Ministry of Works and Transport announced the suspension and slowdown of several critical road construction projects…
For decades, the Uganda Civil Aviation Authority (UCAA), under the leadership of Fred Bamwesigye as the Director General, stood as a symbol of national pride, driving remarkable growth in regional aviation. It spearheaded record passenger numbers, modernised infrastructure, and cemented…
The Uganda Civil Aviation Authority (UCAA) has taken a significant leap in elevating the passenger experience at Entebbe International Airport (EIA) with the official launch of the expanded and relocated Karibuni Lounge. This strategic enhancement, a key component of ongoing…
The Ministry of Works and Transport, under the leadership of General Katumba Wamala, is set to evict car bonds along the Jinja-Kampala highway, in a move to reclaim critical public infrastructure and enhance urban safety. The move, driven by persistent…
The Uganda Civil Aviation Authority (UCAA), in collaboration with the Uganda Air Transport Safety Engineering Association (UGATSEA), is hosting the 15th International Federation of Air Traffic Safety Electronics Associations (IFATSEA) Africa Regional Meeting at the Speke Resort Convention Centre in…
The East African Crude Oil Pipeline (EACOP) Limited on Wednesday, June 11, 2025, unveiled the EACOP Community Road Safety Project at Hotel Africana, Kampala, which is a significant initiative that will fast-track Uganda’s oil and gas sector. In partnership with…
Uganda Airlines launched direct flights from Uganda to the United Kingdom early this week, marking a significant milestone in the national carrier’s resurgence. The inaugural flight touched down at London Gatwick Airport on May 18th, 2025, and the Airline will…