The official commissioning of the Kayoola Electric Buses on 28th August 2026 marks a meaningful advance for sustainable urban mobility in Uganda. Fifteen 42-passenger Kayoola 7M EVS buses, developed by Kiira Motors Corporation and operated by E-Bus Xpress, are now serving three key corridors linking Kira Municipality with Ntinda and the wider Kampala metropolitan area. […]
Uganda’s public transport is taking a major green leap forward. On 28th August 2026, E-Bus Xpress Kiira Ltd (EBX), in partnership with Kiira Motors Corporation, officially began deploying 15 locally manufactured Kayoola Electric Buses on three new feeder routes serving Kira Municipality and the wider Kampala metropolitan area. These zero-emission, air-conditioned buses offer scheduled services, […]
Auric Air has announced the addition of Lake Natron as the newest destination on its network, with daily scheduled flights now operating to Engaresero Airstrip. Set beneath the dramatic silhouette of Ol Doinyo Lengai, Lake Natron offers striking beauty, extraordinary wildlife and unforgettable landscapes that capture Tanzania at its most raw and remarkable. Travellers can […]
Uganda Airlines has announced exciting new nonstop routes that will make travel across Africa easier and more convenient than ever. Starting later this year, passengers can fly direct from Entebbe International Airport to two key destinations: Accra, Ghana, and Kigali, Rwanda. New Accra Route Direct flights to Accra begin on 27th/28th October 2026. Round-trip fares […]
Following a landmark multi-billion shilling acquisition announced at the Farnborough International Airshow, Uganda Airlines has finalised a direct order with Boeing for eight new passenger aircraft. The deal marks one of the most significant fleet expansions in the airline’s history and is set to transform long-haul access to Uganda. The order comprises four Boeing 787-9 […]
Uganda’s beauty is legendary from the ground, lush hills, wildlife-rich parks and the shimmering expanse of Lake Victoria. But nothing compares to seeing the Pearl of Africa from the sky. Kampala Executive Aviation (KEA) is currently offering special summer wrap-up scenic flights departing from Entebbe, giving travellers, families and groups an unforgettable bird’s-eye perspective of […]
Air Tanzania, proudly known as the “Wings of Kilimanjaro”, has achieved a significant milestone by earning certification under the Tanzania Tourism Sector Safety and Protection (TTSSP) framework. This certification reinforces Tanzania’s ongoing efforts to deliver safer and well-regulated tourism services to international visitors. The Tanzania Tourism Sector Safety and Protection (TTSSP) certification highlights Air Tanzania’s […]
The Uganda Civil Aviation Authority (UCAA) brought together Muslim aviation stakeholders on Friday, 6th March 2026, for its annual Iftar dinner at the Uganda Civil Aviation Authority (UCAA) Head Office in Kampala. The heartfelt gathering celebrated the holy month of Ramadan while delivering vital Entebbe flight updates to the travel community. Director General Mr. Fred […]
The Association of Uganda Tour Operators (AUTO) proudly announces the newest corporate member, Asante Aviation. This strategic partnership strengthens Uganda’s tourism value chain by integrating world-class aviation services with sustainable and luxury-focused travel experiences. Asante Aviation, a trusted name in Ugandan aviation since its establishment, operates from Entebbe International Airport and holds full licensing from […]
On March 8th, 2026, Kenyan President William Ruto announced the official launch of the Kenya-Uganda Standard Gauge Railway extension, set to take place on March 20th in Kisumu alongside Ugandan President H.E Yoweri Kaguta Museveni. Once completed in 2028, this 273-kilometre Standard Gauge Railway stretch from Naivasha to Malaba will slash the current 14-hour road […]