The Members of Parliament on the Physical Infrastructure Committee, have commended the Uganda Civil Aviation Authority (UCAA) for the upgrade of regional aerodromes ahead of the 2027 Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON).
The MPs led by the Deputy Chairperson of the Committee, Hon. Tiyo William Taylor Odaa, during the guided inspection of facilities at Jinja, Kabalega, Gulu and Arua Aerodromes on Tuesday, pledged to provide the Authority all possible support in overcoming the prevailing challenges for the good of air transport in Uganda.
The legislators appreciated the work done at Jinja Airfield in upgrading the aerodrome from gravel to a paved surface runway with a parallel taxiway, expanded apron and other efforts to improve aeronautical infrastructure across the country.
The UCAA Director Airports and Aviation Security, Mr. Sam Wonekha, while at Kabalega International Airport, informed the members that the project for construction of a new terminal building to facilitate AFCON had been handed over to the contractor, SAMCO National Construction Company.
He noted that the terminal would have a minimum floor area of 10,000 square meters, and the works are to be delivered within seven months.
The inspection is part of ongoing engagements between UCAA and Parliament aimed at enhancing oversight and accelerating the development of aviation facilities.
