Uganda Civil Aviation Authority Archives

How CAA Ignored Auditor General’s Recruitment Red Flags for Two Years—Until Museveni Intervened

For over two years, Uganda’s Civil Aviation Authority (UCAA) ignored major red flags from the Auditor General about irregular recruitment—an oversight that has now spiraled into a national scandal, culminating in a

July 14, 2025

Politics & Goverment·The Big Story

The Minister of Works and Transport, Gen. Edward Katumba Wamala, yesterday launched the new Karibuni Business Lounge at Entebbe International Airport. However, what was meant to be a show of luxury and national pride has instead triggered widespread criticism, especially from architects, creatives, and public figures who say the design lacks creativity and ambition.

Ugandans Bash UCAA over “Tasteless” VIP Lounge at Entebbe Airport

In pictures, Uganda Civil Aviation Authority (UCAA) had promised a grand plan and a blend of class for a VIP Lounge that truly speaks to the beauty that Uganda is. But what

July 5, 2025

Politics & Goverment·The Big Story

UGANDA’S 100 OIL AND GAS LEADERS: Dr. Tom Buringuriza, Country Manager, Armour Energy, Uganda

Dr. Tom Buringuriza is the Country Manager for Armour Energy, an Australian Oil and Gas exploration company that was licensed for the Kanywataba License Area in Uganda. He managed the bidding process

July 2, 2025

Energy, Oil & Gas·Uganda's 100 Oil & Gas Leaders 2024

Uganda Civil Aviation Authority Director General, Fred Bamwesigye

Audit Exposes Financial Strains at Fred Bamwesigye’s Civil Aviation Authority: UGX 723 Billion Debt, Amidst Revenue Shortfalls, Procurement Gaps, and Stalled Projects

The Uganda Civil Aviation Authority (UCAA), under the leadership of Director General Fred Bamwesigye, is facing mounting financial and operational challenges, as revealed by the Auditor General’s report for the year ended

June 2, 2025

Politics & Goverment·The Big Story

Uganda Civil Aviation Authority Faces Further Scrutiny as Parliament Approve Report on Airport Operations

Uganda Parliament Deputy Speaker, Anita Among has directed the Auditor General to conduct a value for money audit on the ongoing expansions of Entebbe Airport and on the Uganda Civil Aviation Authority

March 11, 2022

News & Analysis·Politics & Goverment

A plane at Arua Airfield. The government is working on expanding the airfield to airport status. Courtesy photo

UCAA sets record straight about ongoing works at Arua Airfield

Uganda Civil Aviation Authority (UCAA) has come out to put the record straight about ongoing works on the Arua Airfield. In a statement, UCAA management explains the different issues raised by Members

November 9, 2021

Company News·News & Analysis·Politics & Goverment

Entebbe Airport Passenger Traffic Hits 2021’s All Time High in October

Entebbe International Airport recorded 100,455 international passengers in October 2021 (45,799 arrivals and 54,656 departures), an average of 3,240 passengers per day. According to the Uganda Civil Aviation Authority (UCAA), this is

November 8, 2021

The Big Story

There is Value For Money in Entebbe International Airport Projects, UCAA sets record straight

Uganda Civil Aviation Authority (UCAA) has come out to discredit reports concerning a number of projects that the authority has undertaken. In a statement, UCAA management labours to clarify what they termed

October 19, 2021

The Big Story

UCCA Dismisses ‘Inaccurate Reports’ Against DG Bamwesigye’s age and name

Uganda Civil Aviation Authority (UCCA) has come out to clarify on what it termed as inaccurate reports about Director General Bamwesigye Fred Kanyangoga’s age and name. In a statement, the aviation body

October 12, 2021

Company News·News & Analysis

Everything you need to know about Fred Bamwesigye, the new Director-General of the Uganda Civil Aviation Authority

The Minister of Works and Transport Gen. Edward Katumba Wamala has appointed veteran aviation management professional, Fred Bamwesigye as the substantive Director-General of the Uganda Civil Aviation Authority (UCAA). The Uganda Civil Aviation

October 1, 2021

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