USKA – The Swiss Amateur Radio Organisation
USKA connects people interested in technology, radio operation, training and community.
Since 1929, the Union of Swiss Shortwave Amateurs has been the national association of radio amateurs in Switzerland. We promote technology, operation, training and emergency communications — and represent our members before authorities, partners and the public.
National network — around 50 sections across Switzerland
Technology and training — courses, exams, publications
Advocacy and community — liaison with OFCOM, IARU and partners
News
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SEC 2026 – Logging software ready for download
In good time before the Swiss Emergency Contest on 7 November 2026, the logging software is now available. The Swiss Emergency Contest (SEC) is USKA’s…
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Two medals for HB9DHG
The 22nd IARU HST World Championships took place from 8 to 12 October 2026 in Sousse, Tunisia. HB9AGA, HB9AJP and HB9DHG competed for the Swiss…
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New WhatsApp group for blind and visually impaired radio amateurs
IG Blind HAMs Switzerland has set up a WhatsApp group. Its aim is to connect blind and visually impaired radio amateurs in Switzerland, and it…
Upcoming events
- 31OctHamFest with SPK and Surplus PartyZofingen
- 7NovSEC Contest
- 14NovSWISS ARTG (AGM)Brütten
- 15NovARDF TrainingRegion AG/ZH
- 28NovARDF TrainingRegion AG/ZH
- 3DecPDRA Day (VHS/HB9O)
- 5DecXMAS Contest SSB+Digi
- 12DecXMAS Contest: CW + Digital