Government has signed a UGX 232 billion contract with SAMCO National Construction Company Ltd. of Egypt to construct the passenger terminal at Kabalega International Airport in Hoima District. The eight-month completion timeline is critical as Uganda prepares to co-host AFCON 2027, with timely delivery of key infrastructure a national priority.

The Minister of Works and Transport Hon. Byamukama, challenged the contractor to deliver within the agreed timeframe, uphold quality standards and avoid corruption. He Confirmed Government’s commitment to meeting its obligations to facilitate timely implementation. Egyptian Ambassador to Uganda, H.E. Sherif Mohamed Abdellattif Elgammal, commended Uganda’s transparent, merit-based procurement process and expressed confidence in the contractor’s capacity. The passenger terminal will support the airport’s expanding role in passenger transport as Uganda strengthens its aviation infrastructure ahead of AFCON 2027 and deepens cooperation with Egypt.