en.Wedoany.com Reported - Boeing has secured an aircraft order worth $985 million from Uganda Airlines, comprising eight passenger jets and two cargo planes, aimed at helping Uganda Airlines expand its passenger and freight operations.

On June 10, 2026, Ugandan President Yoweri Museveni met with Anbessie Yitbarek, Boeing's Vice President of Commercial Sales and Marketing for Africa, to finalize the agreement. Uganda Airlines committed to purchasing eight unspecified new passenger aircraft and two cargo planes: a 767 Converted Freighter and a 737 Boeing Converted Freighter.

According to unconfirmed local media reports, the passenger aircraft order includes four Boeing 787 Dreamliners and four 737 MAX jets. The signing ceremony took place at State House, attended by senior government officials, U.S. Embassy officials, members of the Uganda Airlines board, and Boeing representatives.

Minister of Finance, Planning and Economic Development Henry Musasizi stated that this expansion will enhance Uganda Airlines' capabilities and strengthen global connectivity, with a fleet covering both passenger and cargo aircraft to boost trade, tourism, and investment, helping position Uganda as a key regional aviation hub. In a statement, Uganda Airlines said the new aircraft will "significantly enhance" its ability to serve regional, intercontinental, and international markets, while supporting the national economic transformation agenda.

The airline noted that the additional aircraft will promote trade, tourism, investment, and cargo development, directly contributing to Uganda Vision 2040 and the country's aspiration to achieve sustainable middle-income status. The airline added that this landmark event marks the beginning of a long-term partnership with Boeing. The agreement also includes Boeing's support in technical expertise, training, and capacity-building programs.

According to ch-aviation data, Uganda Airlines currently operates an active fleet of five aircraft, including one wet-leased Boeing 737-800, one Airbus A330-800, and three Bombardier CRJ-900s.

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