Uganda Civil Aviation Authority Signs Management Service Agreement with International Civil Aviation Authority (ICAO)
The Uganda Civil Aviation Authority Director General Mr. Fred. K. Bamwesigye has signed a Management Service Agreement (MSA) with Mr. Juan Carlos Salazar, the Secretary General of the International Civil Aviation Authority (ICAO) to launch a partnership between Uganda CAA and ICAO focused on the Evaluation of Uganda’s CAA’s training needs and development of a training plan for the 2026-2028 period.
The partnership, which was signed on Tuesday, May 27th, 2025, reflects UCAA’s commitment to aviation excellence and is bound to benefit Uganda economically in various ways.
Through ICAO’s Global Aviation Training (GAT), section, the project aims to establish an Internal Unit, assess current training gaps and requirements across departments and develop a long term training plan that aligns with International standards and ICAO Protocols.
According to Mr. Fred.K. Bamwesigye, “The partnership reflects UCAA’s unwavering commitment to aviation excellence, human capital development, and alignment with Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) on industry innovation and resilient infrastructure as per the regulations of the International Civil Aviation Organisation.”
Benefits of the Partnership;
The partnership between UCAA and ICAO will bring numerous benefits to Uganda’s aviation sector, including:
Enhanced Training and Capacity Building
The partnership between UCAA and ICAO is a significant step towards enhancing aviation excellence in Uganda.
By developing a comprehensive training plan and improving regulatory oversight, the partnership will contribute to the country’s economic development and growth.
With its focus on industry innovation and resilient infrastructure, the partnership aligns with the SDGs and will have a lasting impact on Uganda’s aviation sector.
Improved Regulatory Oversight
The partnership will enhance UCAA’s regulatory oversight capabilities, ensuring that Uganda’s aviation sector operates in compliance with international standards and best practices.
Increased Efficiency and Safety
By developing a comprehensive training plan, UCAA will be able to improve the efficiency and safety of air navigation services, operations at Entebbe International Airport, and 13 national aerodromes.
Alignment with Sustainable Development Goals
The partnership between UCAA and ICAO aligns with the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) on industry innovation and resilient infrastructure. By enhancing Uganda’s aviation sector, the partnership will contribute to the country’s economic development and growth.
Impact on Uganda’s Economy
The partnership will have a positive impact on Uganda’s economy through:
Improving Aviation Infrastructure
The project will enhance the capacity of Entebbe International Airport and 13 national aerodromes, improving aviation infrastructure and facilitating economic growth.
Increasing Competitiveness
By aligning with international standards and best practices, Uganda’s aviation sector will become more competitive, attracting investment and promoting economic development.
