Uganda Airlines is preparing for a major leadership transition following the impending departure of its Chief Executive Officer, Jenifer Bamuturaki, as investigations intensify into the management, procurement practices, and financial performance of the state-owned carrier.
Multiple Ugandan media outlets report that Yoweri Museveni has pushed for a reset at the loss-making airline amid probes led by the Criminal Investigations Directorate and the State House Anti-Corruption Unit. Launched in early January, the investigations are examining procurement processes, aircraft acquisition contracts, banking records, and ticketing systems across both regional and long-haul operations.
Initial reports claimed that Bamuturaki had been dismissed. However, sources cited by international aviation outlet eTurboNews later indicated those claims were inaccurate. What is clear, though, is that Bamuturaki has formally informed staff that the board will advertise the CEO position and encourage qualified internal candidates to apply—widely interpreted as confirmation that her exit is imminent.
As of February 3, Uganda Airlines had not issued a standalone public statement confirming either the CEO’s departure or the appointment of a successor.
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