East Africa: Uganda Honours Dr. Jane Goodall in Historic Posthumous Award At Ekkula Sustainable Tourism Festival

Uganda has made history by becoming one of the first African nations to formally honour the late Dr. Jane Goodall, recognising her global legacy in wildlife conservation and… Read more »

Uganda: Over 350 Set to Graduate From Jinja Hotel and Tourism Training College

Excitement is building at the Jinja-based Hotel and Tourism Training College (HTTC) as the lone government-owned tourism and hospitality training institution prepares to pass out a… Read more »

Uganda: Butime Warns Uganda Risks Losing Tourism Edge As Sector Faces Rapid Disruptions

Tourism Minister Tom Butime has cautioned that Uganda risks losing its competitiveness in the global tourism industry if it fails to adapt swiftly to disruptions reshaping the… Read more »

Uganda: Uganda Showcases Tourism and Investment Potential At Havana International Fair

The Uganda Embassy in Havana is participating in the 41st Havana International Fair (FIHAV 2025), positioning Uganda as a growing tourism and investment destination at one of… Read more »

Uganda: Beri Cottages Emerges As the Gateway to West Nile's Beauty and Culture

Beri Cottages, a charming boutique guesthouse located just outside Arua town, is fast becoming a preferred haven for business travelers, tourists, and long-distance commuters… Read more »

Uganda: Uganda Welcomes Mauritian Tour Operators for Week-Long Familiarisation Trip

The Uganda High Commission in Dar es Salaam, in partnership with the Uganda Tourism Board (UTB), has officially welcomed a delegation of tour companies and travel trade partners… Read more »

Mauritius: Mauritius Travel Delegation Begins Week-Long Uganda Familiarisation Safari

The Uganda High Commission in Dar es Salaam, in partnership with the Uganda Tourism Board (UTB), has welcomed a delegation of tour companies and travel trade partners from… Read more »

Uganda: Paceid Trains Uganda's First-Line Tourism Ambassadors

The Presidential Advisory Committee on Exports and Industrial Development (PACEID), in partnership with the Uganda Civil Aviation Authority (UCAA), concluded a two-day hospitality… Read more »

Africa: Museveni Endorses Visa-Free Africa Bid, Boosting Continental Tourism Campaign

Momentum toward a borderless African travel experience has accelerated after the Trans-Africa Tourism & Unity Campaign secured major backing from President Museveni during a… Read more »

Uganda: Uganda's Tourism Sector to Receive US$8m Boost Under EU-Backed Global Gateway Initiative

Uganda's tourism industry is set for a major injection of resources following the announcement of more than USD 8 million in new investment by the International Trade Centre (ITC),… Read more »

Uganda: Museveni Commission Runner Cheptegei's Shs26bn Hotel in Kapchorwa

President Museveni has commissioned a new hotel owned by Uganda's celebrated long-distance runner Joshua Cheptegei in Kapchorwa District. Read more »

Uganda: Tourism, Youth, Innovation, Technology Take Centre Stage At the Fourth Uganda-Kenya Coast Conference

The fourth Uganda-Kenya Coast Tourism Conference and Exhibition has kicked off at the Ocean Beach Resort and Spa in Malindi under the theme "Leveraging Youth, Innovation, and… Read more »

Uganda: Auto At 30 - Uganda's Tour Operators Celebrate Three Decades of Driving Tourism Excellence

Uganda's tourism industry marked a significant milestone on Friday as the Association of Uganda Tour Operators (AUTO) celebrated 30 years of promoting the Pearl of Africa through… Read more »

Uganda: National Parks to Visit On a Self-Drive Safari in Uganda

That Uganda is a country truly blessed by nature is never in doubt. From the various natural resources to the green savannahs, a road trip through this naturally endowed nation… Read more »

Uganda: Uganda, Tanzania Urged to Deepen Tourism Collaboration to Boost Regional Growth, Says Katusiime

Uganda's Consul General in Arusha, Ambassador Anne Katusiime Kageye, has called for enhanced tourism collaboration between Uganda and Tanzania as a catalyst for economic growth and… Read more »

Uganda: Salam TV Launches 'Road to Makkah 2026' to Boost Hajj Awareness for Muslims

Salam TV, in partnership with certified travel agencies, has launched a campaign dubbed "Road to Makkah 2026" to raise awareness about Hajj and provide more affordable options for… Read more »

Uganda: Mugarra On Conservation, Tourism, and Uganda's Warmth

On the Next Morning, Switch show on Next Radio 106.1FM, Hon. Mugarra, the State Minister for Tourism, shared inspiring insights about his personal journey into conservation and… Read more »

Uganda: Waterfront Hotel Apartments, Munyonyo - the Most Sought-After Investment On the Market

The real estate industry is a consistently thriving market, offering vast opportunities for shrewd and forward-thinking investors and developers. Investments can take many forms,… Read more »

Uganda: Museveni Hails First Rhino Naming Ceremony As Milestone for Uganda's Conservation and Tourism

President Museveni has commended Uganda's landmark efforts in wildlife conservation following the country's first-ever Rhino Naming Ceremony at Ziwa Rhino and Wildlife Ranch in… Read more »

Uganda: Lumonya Reaffirms CAA's Commitment to Making Uganda a Premier Tourism Hub

The Deputy Director-General of the Uganda Civil Aviation Authority (UCAA), Olive B. Lumonya, has reaffirmed the Authority's commitment to strengthening aviation infrastructure as a… Read more »

Uganda: UAE Slaps Visa Ban On Uganda Starting 2026

The United Arab Emirates (UAE) has officially placed Uganda on its 2026 visa ban list, effectively barring Ugandan citizens from applying for tourist and work visas to the Gulf… Read more »

Uganda: A New Frontier for Uganda As Safari Beats Brings Jamaican Star Spice to Kampala

In a bold and refreshing shift in Uganda's tourism strategy, entertainment tourism is taking center stage. Read more »

Uganda: CEO Tourism Retreat - Trainers Urged to Embrace Technology for Sector Growth

Uganda's ambition to achieve a 10-fold growth in its tourism sector will require well-equipped trainers who can integrate technology into the learning process, ensuring that… Read more »

Kenya: Tourist Pouring Beer Down Elephant's Trunk in Kenya Sparks Anger

Several investigations have been launched after a Spanish man in Kenya posted videos of himself pouring beer down an elephant's trunk - sparking anger on social media. Read more »

Uganda: MTN Prestige Rewards Customers With Global Travel in Partnership With Turkish Airlines

MTN Uganda, one of the country's leading telecom operators with a presence in all 134 districts and over 22.8 million subscribers, has partnered with Turkish Airlines to launch an… Read more »