Captain Rita Nasirumbi has made history at Uganda Airlines after earning her fourth stripe, becoming the national carrier’s first female captain.
Nasirumbi will serve as pilot-in-command aboard the airline’s regional Mitsubishi CRJ900 jet, marking a milestone for women in Uganda’s aviation industry.

Her elevation to captain represents a significant career achievement in a profession that has historically been male-dominated, and places her among the women breaking barriers in commercial aviation.
The development adds to Uganda Airlines’ milestones as the carrier continues operating regional and international services.