Commentary: These are our roads, Let’s protect them, Let’s own them
Edward Katumba Wamala, Gen. (Hon), Minister of Works and Transport There’s a silent crisis across Uganda. Guardrails disappear in the night. Solar streetlights are stripped of batteries. Road signage, meant to guide and protect road users, is defaced, uprooted, or simply stolen. The cost of this is far deeper than we may realise. It comes
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Uganda Airlines Launches Direct Flight To London Gatwick
The launch of the inaugural direct flight from Uganda to London Gatwick marked a historic milestone for Uganda and Uganda Airlines. Launched on May 18, 2025 at Entebbe International Airport, the occasion was celebrated with pride and optimism, signaling not just a new route, but a significant leap in Uganda’s global connectivity and aviation ambition.
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Third Phase Of Digital Registration Plates Rollout Begins
The Ministry of Works and Transport (MoWT) has announced the launch of the third phase of the digital registration plates rollout under the Intelligent Transport Management System (ITMS) project. This phase begun on 6th January 2025 and targets vehicles entering Uganda for first-time registration.Registration services will be available at Malaba and Mutukula border entry points, with plates
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THE BENEFITS OF HOSTING THE AFRICAN AIRLINE ASSOCIATION (AFRAA) CONFERENCE IN UGANDA
The benefits of hosting the African Airline Association (AFRAA) Conference in Uganda, by Peace Akol Uganda’s nomination to host the 55th African Airline Association Annual General Assembly and Summit 2023 marked a pivotal moment in unlocking a pyramid of opportunities for its populace beyond its borders. Ms. Jenifer Bamuturaki the Chief Executive Officer of Uganda
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INTEGRATED TRANSPORT INFRASTRUCTURE AND SERVICES PROGRAMME
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Uganda Prepares to Host the Prestigious 55th AFRAA Annual General Assembly: A Momentous Occasion
The Heart of Africa is set to beat with fervor and enthusiasm as Uganda gears up to welcome the aviation world to the 55th Annual General Assembly (AGA) of the African Airlines Association (AFRAA). This event, scheduled for November 19 to 21, 2023, will be held at Speke Resort in Entebbe, with the captivating theme,
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UGANDA AIRLINES TO LAUNCH DIRECT FLIGHTS TO INDIA.
On 18th August 2023, Uganda Airlines together with Grant Thorton announced the launch of a direct flight to Mumbai-India starting September 2023 to the Indian Community at that was hosted at Uganda Airlines for a breakfast treat in readiness of the milestone. Jennifer Bamuturaki CEO Uganda Airlines while in the breakfast meeting noted that After
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MV PALM LAUNCHED TO ASSIST TRANSPORT NEEDS IN BUVUMA AND BUIKWE
On 27th may 2023, Gen. Kutumba Wamala the Minister for works and transport commissioned MV Palm which will assist with transport needs in Buvuma and Buikwe Districts. The newly commissioned MV Palm is the latest to be added to a fleet of 12 ferries operated by Uganda National Road Authority (UNRA) across various water bodies
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STANDARD GAUGE RAILWAY A GAME CHANGER
STANDARD GAUGE RAILWAY A GAME CHANGER Railway transport is the second most important mode of transport after road and is critical for long-distance freight along the main transport corridors. Based on our history, Railway transport was at one time one of the major transport means for whoever wanted to travel between Uganda and Kenya and
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