Greetings from Uganda Thanks to AFM MAs for nomination and

subsequent approval 3rd time to host AFM regional 1st in 1998, 2nd in 2004 Both held successfully This time to be held from 7th – 9th Nov., 2012

Land locked covering about 242,000 sq km Known as the Pearl of Africa due to fantastic

natural scenery Ugandans known for friendliness and

hospitality Custodian to Source of River Nile, beautiful

salt lakes, over 1000 bird species and a variety of wildlife.

Theme “TOGETHER SAFE SKIES” Facilitates direct communication among

MAs Ensures exchange of ideas and experience Discusses the latest developments in ATC Pave way for ATC involvement in future ATM

Registration (US$50 - might be revised downwards)

Welcome Dinner Honour HE The President of the Republic of

Uganda Honour the former IFATCA AFM regional

President, Albert Taylor Normal meeting business Exhibitions at meeting business breaks Closing dinner

• Visa– The Uganda Visa Policy uses the principle of

reciprocity– Upon arrival visas for most countries – Single entry US$ 50–Multiple entry (6 -12 months) US$ 150 –Multiple entry (24 months) US$ 200– Inland transit US$ 50

• International/inland travel– Air–Water– Land (mainly road)

Angola, Antigua, Bahamas, Barbados, Belize, Botswana, Burundi, Comoros, Cyprus, Eritrea, Fiji, Gambia, Grenada, Italy (Diplomatic Passport holders only), Jamaica, Ireland, Kenya, Lesotho, Libya, Malawi, Malta, Mauritius, Madagascar, Rwanda, Seychelles, Sierra Leone, Singapore, Solomon Islands, St. Vincent and Grenadines, Swaziland, Tanzania, Tonga, Vanuatu, Zambia and Zimbabwe.

Nationals of these countries are issued gratis (free of charge) visas upon their arrival.

Note: The list above is subject to change without notice. You are strongly advised to check on www.ugatca.org for updates

Languages ◦ Official is English◦ Others: Swahili, Ganda, Luo, Runyakitara, Lusoga,

Samia etc Time Zone

◦ GMT + 3:00 Hours Normal office schedule

◦ Week days (Monday – Friday) 8:30 am – 5:00 pm

Banking, currencies and Forex◦ Operate office schedule time◦ Most banks open also Saturday 9:00 am – 1:00

pm Official currency is Uganda Shillings,

◦ Exchange rate US$1 = Ugx 2,300 as of Mar, 2012 Most regional currencies accepted at banks Travelers’ Cheques and ATM cards used in

major towns Some other places accept credit cards

Foods and beverages◦ Traditional and foreign foods available

Electricity and power◦ 220 to 240 V◦ 50 Hz frequency◦ Standard British 3 pin sockets

• Weather–Warm most of the year– 2 rainy seasons; March – May and Sept – Nov– Average temperature between 21 – 28 degrees

Celsius• Communication– Internet– Telephone (Both Landline and Mobile)– International calling code is +256

Uganda generaly safe and secure Hospitals, clinics, drug stores and ambulance

services dotted allover major towns Freedom of worship exercised

International carriers to Entebbe include:◦ British Airways - Qatar Airways -

Precision◦ SN Brussels - Egypt Air - FLY540◦ Kenya Airways - South African◦ Emirates - KLM◦ Ethiopian - Turkish Airway◦ Air Uganda - Rwanda Air

Conference to be held at Speke Resort Munyonyo

Accommodation◦ List of hotels will be available on www.ugatca.org

by end of April◦ The cost per day will range between US$20 and

US$150. ◦ For special arrangements contact organising

committee

For further information refer to www.ugatca.org or for inquiries mail to ugatca2001@yahoo.com