UCAA, Uganda Airlines Rally Girls to Pursue Aviation Careers

What the report says

The Uganda Civil Aviation Authority (UCAA) used the third Girls in Aviation Day to encourage more girls to consider careers in the aviation sector, according to SoftPower News. The event took place on Wednesday, October 28, 2026, at Entebbe International Airport and brought together about 100 girls. UCAA said the industry needs more women not only as pilots, but also in technical, managerial and other professional roles.

SoftPower News reported that the initiative was supported alongside Uganda Airlines, with the message aimed at broadening young women’s understanding of the career paths available in aviation. The outreach centered on showing girls that aviation includes a range of professions tied to airport operations, safety, engineering, administration and customer service, rather than only flight crews.

The appeal comes as Uganda continues to build its aviation sector and looks to widen participation in a field that has traditionally had fewer women in some roles. In general, industry awareness programs like this are often used to introduce students to science, technology, engineering and operational careers, though the specific outcomes of this event were not detailed in the source. The report highlights a broader push to improve gender balance in aviation and to inspire future talent early.