UCAA Engages Defence Intelligence Students on Aviation and Border Security at Entebbe
The Uganda Civil Aviation Authority (UCAA) hosted students from the School of Defence Intelligence and Security in Migyera, Nakasongola District, for an educational visit to Entebbe International Airport on August 11, 2025.The visit provided the students with an opportunity to gain a deeper understanding of border security threats and the strategies used to manage security challenges within the aviation environment.The engagement focused on several key areas of border security, including emerging threats, the role of intelligence in security management and the importance of cooperation between different security agencies.
UCAA officials also shared insights into the challenges associated with protecting Uganda’s borders and maintaining security at a major international airport.The students were taken through the various security considerations involved in managing Entebbe International Airport, which serves as Uganda’s principal international aviation gateway.Chief Liaison Officer Airports, Maj. Emilio Ebema, delivered a detailed presentation to the delegation during the engagement.His presentation covered a range of issues affecting aviation and border security, including geopolitical factors that can influence security operations.He also discussed aviation-related threats and the growing challenge posed by transnational crimes to national and international security.Another area of focus was the security zoning of Entebbe International Airport and how different areas of the facility are managed to maintain safety and security.Maj. Ebema further shared best practices in border management, giving the students an opportunity to connect their academic training with practical experiences in the aviation sector.Following the briefing, the delegation toured selected secure areas of Entebbe International Airport.
The tour was conducted under the guidance of officers from UCAA’s Aviation Security and Public Affairs departments.The delegation was led by the Commandant of the School of Defence Intelligence and Security, Col. James Muhumuza.Col. Muhumuza commended UCAA for hosting the students and providing them with valuable information about aviation security and border management.He also appreciated the hospitality extended to the delegation throughout the visit.UCAA Director General, Mr. Fred Bamwesigye, highlighted the strategic importance of Entebbe International Airport to Uganda.He noted that the airport serves as a major entry point for tourists visiting the country and is an important component of Uganda’s aviation and tourism sectors.
The engagement demonstrated the importance of collaboration between aviation authorities and institutions responsible for defence, intelligence and national security.Such interactions provide opportunities for students and security professionals to gain practical knowledge about the complex security environment surrounding international airports.The visit also highlighted the need for effective coordination among agencies responsible for border management and aviation security.Through engagements of this nature, UCAA continues to provide opportunities for learners and security stakeholders to better understand the role of aviation facilities in Uganda’s national security and economic development.
