The Uganda Civil Aviation Authority (UCAA) has welcomed the Libyan National Football Team to Uganda as preparations for the Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON) continue to gather pace.According to UCAA, the Libyan team landed at Kabalega International Airport at 1:04pm aboard Uganda Airlines and received a warm welcome from the Minister of Works and Transport, Hon. Fred Byamukama.
The arrival of the Libyan team adds to the growing excitement around the continental football tournament, with Uganda preparing to host football teams and officials arriving for the competition.Earlier in the morning, an Eagle Air flight also landed at the airport carrying officials from the Confederation of African Football (CAF) and some members of the local organising committee.
Their arrival marked another important step in preparations for the tournament.UCAA said the Uganda Cranes are also expected to land at Kabalega International Airport aboard Uganda Airlines, adding to the excitement among football fans and other stakeholders.The arrival of the different teams and CAF officials is expected to increase activity at the airport as Uganda prepares to welcome more visitors for AFCON.
Kabalega International Airport has therefore become an important entry point for football teams and officials arriving in the country, with aviation authorities working alongside other stakeholders to support the tournament preparations.UCAA extended a warm welcome to the Libyan National Football Team and expressed optimism about an exciting AFCON as Uganda joins other countries in preparing for the continental football event.The arrival of the teams is expected to further build anticipation among Ugandans and football lovers, who are looking forward to witnessing the tournament and welcoming visitors from across Africa.
