en.Wedoany.com Reported - Uganda Airlines is entering a decisive phase of turning losses into profits, as the company is set to receive new government funding, implement governance reforms, and purchase Boeing aircraft. The Ugandan government has approved a capital injection of 145 billion Ugandan shillings for the airline in the 2026-2027 fiscal year to stabilize operations and improve fleet utilization, following a previous supplementary allocation of 422 billion shillings specifically earmarked for fleet expansion.
Acting CEO Girma Wake announced at a staff meeting that Uganda Airlines will transition to becoming a predominantly Boeing operator, with plans to acquire 10 aircraft, including four Boeing 787 Dreamliners, four Boeing 737 MAX aircraft, and two Boeing 767 freighters. The airline currently operates six aircraft, including Airbus A330-800 wide-body jets and CRJ900 regional jets. Recent internal reports have highlighted reliability challenges, with half of the fleet grounded earlier this year, impacting flight schedules.
The fleet shift is accompanied by increased scrutiny at the shareholder and board levels, with high-level meetings focusing on financial sustainability and governance reforms. Since its revival in 2019, Uganda Airlines has accumulated losses exceeding 1 trillion Ugandan shillings. Girma Wake, who was involved in the transformation of Ethiopian Airlines, was brought in by President Yoweri Museveni in early 2026 to restructure operations and build a new management framework.
The decision to switch to Boeing reflects the realities of the African market, where Boeing offers stronger maintenance, training, and supply chain support capabilities, helping to address spare parts supply and engine reliability issues. The introduction of Boeing 767 freighters marks an expansion into cargo operations, which is seen as a stable revenue source. The addition of the Boeing 787 and 737 MAX will integrate long-haul, regional, and cargo operations, forming a more coherent network strategy.
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