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Through increased visibility, the Uganda Tourism Board, with support from TotalEnergies Uganda, has developed a mobile application that is aimed at growing Uganda’s tourism sector. Explore Uganda app is intended to be a one-stop centre for all information regarding tourism in Uganda, including attractions, accommodation, events calendars, and service providers, among others. “the app also…

The Uganda Wildlife Authority (UWA) has officially merged with the Uganda Wildlife Education Centre (UWEC). The merger is part of the government’s Rationalization of Government Agencies and Public Expenditure (RAPEX) program, aimed at streamlining operations and improving efficiency. On Thursday at Sheraton Hotel Kampala, the merger was formalized where the UWEC Board of Trustees transferred…

To promote The Pearl of Africa and connect with travel enthusiasts and premium audiences across the network in the core and emerging source markets of Europe (UK, France & Germany), North America (USA & Canada), Africa, Middle East, East Asia (China and India) and Asia Pacific regions, Uganda Tourism Board has embarked on a long-term…

Lake mburo national park is located in western part of Uganda along masaka -mbarara route in Nyabushozi county ,Kiruhura distric in Uganda. The park is the smallest in Uganda covering an area of 370sqkm but with its rich variety of habitats; dry hillsides, rocky outcrops, bushy thickets, open and wooded savannah, forest, lakes and swamps,…

  The International Gorilla Conservation Programme (IGCP), a coalition comprising Conservation International, Fauna & Flora, and WWF, has achieved significant milestones in mountain gorilla conservation, overcoming numerous challenges along the way since its inception in 1991. On 23rd September, 2024 the report was released to mark World Gorilla Day, titled “Over 30 Years of Impact…

To use tourism as a tool to communicate President Yoweri Museveni wants Ugandans to communicate to the world that Uganda is a peaceful country. To celebrate the World Tourism Day on Friday Uganda joined the world. The national celebrations were held in Kasese municipality at Nyakasanga play ground. The Minister of Tourism, Wildlife and Antiquities,…

Uganda is a home to several forest reserves and Bugoma Forest Reserve is among the most popular. Bugoma Tropical rain forest is located in Western Uganda in the South-western side of Hoima district. The forest was established in 1932 as a forest reserve and since 2003 , it has been managed by National Foresty Authority…

 In Kasese district, running enthusiasts and adventure seekers from around the world gathered in Kasese District for the Tusker Lite Mt. Rwenzori Marathon on Saturday. This event, which attracted participants from over 20 countries, has grown in prominence, with three of its courses receiving certification from World Athletics. To build a strong international reputation, the…

Semuliki national park is a remote part of the Bundibugyo District in the Western Region of Uganda that was established in October 1993 in Bwamba County however Semuliki Forest Reserve was created in 1932. Historically it is recorded that four distinct ethnic groups live near the park – Bwamba farmers live along the base of…

Bradt Guides is an international tourism agency ranks Uganda as the fourth place on Earth to visit in 2024. Uganda is the only African destination featured in the top 13 destinations of 2024. The agency places behind Switzerland, Antarctica and the Falkland Islands, and ahead of Madagascar (fifth position) and Zanzibar (seventh). Uganda also beats…

The World Conservation Society (WCS) is tracking elephants in the Murchison Falls Park to find out if reports about a surge in elephant crop raids in areas neighboring them are true. ” The oil drilling in the Albertine region is forcing elephants to change their migration routes.” The African Institute For Energy Governance (AFEIGO) has written…

In the Busoga Region, two tourism sites have been unveiled. They are Kikalu Rock Hill and Namakoko Landing Site, all in Nangonde Sub County. By the Deputy Prime Minister and Minister for East African Affairs Rebecca Alitwala Kadaga, and State Minister for State Minister for Lands, Housing and Urban Development, Persis Namuganza were unveiled. This brings the…

Murchison falls national park is the largest park in Uganda managed and protected by Uganda Wildlife Authority. It measures approximately 3,893 square kilometers (1,503 sq mi) and the park is bisected by the Victoria Nile from east to west for a distance of about 115 kilometers (71 mi). Murchison falls national park is located in…

In Terego, conservation efforts have successfully restored the previously destroyed breeding places of the Grey Crowned Crane. Thanks to a beekeeping project in the area which has now made habitants fully functional. In Joyia village, the restored wetland is along the Nvete River stream, part of the 40 hectares of Otuambari Forest Reserve, which locals…

Martin Mugarra Bahinduka the State Minister of Tourism is disturbed by the level at which Barlonyo Massacre site in Lira District is being mismanaged. LRA rebels killed more than 300 people in an Internally Displaced People’s Camp (IDPC) in Barlonyo village, Ogur Sub County in Lira District on February 21, 2004. The dead were later…

At this years POATE event, Tour and travel industry operators participating in the 8th edition of the Pearl of Africa Tourism Expo (POATE 2024) are impressed with the improved level of preparation. The three-day expo, which showcases Uganda’s tourism to the world, has attracted over 5,000 travel traders and 70 buyers, making it the largest…

Uganda Breweries Limited has announced a partnership with the Uganda Tourism Board (UTB). A UGX100 million sponsorship has been committed through this partnership towards the 8th edition of The Pearl of Africa Tourism Expo set to happen on May 23rd-25th at Speke Resort Conventional Bureau, Munyonyo under the theme “Responsible Tourism”. During the National organizing…

The rugged isolated wilderness of the Kidepo Valley National Park ranks as one of Africa’s most prized, less explored destinations. Here, over 77 mammals and around 475 bird species find shelter amidst a pristine savannah lansdcape, broken by the Kidepo and Narus Rivers. The park covers an area of 1,442 square kilometres (557 sq mi)  in the…

  Uganda Wildlife Authority is a government body that manages and protects Uganda national parks and wildlife reserves within and outside the protected boundaries. UWA started operating in August 1996 by the Uganda Wildlife Statute, which merged the Uganda National Parks Department with the Uganda Game and Fisheries Department. The body is governed by 9…

To promote destination Kenya and stimulate travel, especially in the East African region, the Kenya Tourism Board (KTB) is seizing the marketing opportunity presented by the upcoming WRC Safari Rally. “The world-famous motorsport tournament has immense potential for tourism growth and is among the board’s key strategies to boost arrivals from the wider East African…

“The country expects to increase annual tourism revenue to about 1.9 billion U.S. dollars and increase inbound tourism revenue per visitor from 1,052 dollars to 1,500 dollars.” Says Uganda’s Tourism authorities. Here on Tuesday, Tom Butime Ugandan Minister of Tourism, Wildlife and Antiquities revealed during the launch about dissemination of Tourism Industry Performance 2023. “Uganda’s…

Did you know Queen Elizabeth national park is described as meledy of wonders due to rich biodiversity? The park which is known to be the second largest park in Uganda and located in western part set in the low- lying Rift Valley where it crosses the equator south of the lofty Rwenzori. Meledy of wonders…

In Uganda the history of mountain Gorilla trekking tracks back to the early 1990s when the country was experiencing its first years of stability after close to three decades that were marked by unrest and military coups. because of Uganda’s dark past, the world has a vague image of what the state of Uganda is…

In 2025, UWA is planning to reintroduce the Northern White Rhino back to Ajai Wildlife Reserve. Due to high potential to spur the development of the tourism sector in Madi Okollo district, the reintroduction of the white rhinos to Ajai Wildlife Reserve has been a long-standing demand for the people of West Nile in the…

In the Karamoja sub-region, President Yoweri Kaguta Museveni has okayed the construction of an airport in Kidepo Valley National Park. At State House Entebbe on Wednesday during presidential press unit, Museveni okayed the move while meeting a delegation from the Sharjah Chamber of Commerce and Industry led by the Chairperson Board of Directors, Abdallah Sultan…

Rebecca Alitwala Kadaga the First Deputy Prime Minister of Uganda and Minister for East African Community Affairs is slated to officially opens the eighth edition of the Uganda Waragi Nyege Nyege festival on Thursday 9th November 2023 in Jinja. in partnership with the city of Jinja, the festival is being held up to 12th November.…

To increase security measures in Queen Elizabeth national, Uganda Wildlife Authority introduces drones just like Malawi. Due to the terrible incident that happened in Queen Elizabeth nation park of suspected ADF rebels killing the tourists who were honeymooners alongside their guide two weeks ago. The suspected ADF rebels not only killed them but also set…

A new level of protection across its Nyika, Kasungu, Nkhotakota, Majete Vwaza, Liwonde and Elephant wildlife reserves: drones in Malawi has been announced. Recently the forest guards relied heavily on protecting animals in their reserves. The guards usually patrol boundary lines separating animals from their human neighbours, checking for people encroaching on the reserves. Challenges…

To address environmental conservation, Ugandan conservationists are placing their trust in Dr. Jane Goodall to leverage her influence, empower youth in the conservation movement, and rally Ugandans to actively participate in environmental protection and restoration efforts. Dr. Jane Goodall is set to visit Uganda again from August 20th to 25th as part of her international…

Through a mobile phone-based application, Ugandans and foreign visitors now have a chance to navigate to Mountain Gorilla hosting national parks. To see the Mountain Gorillas in the past, visitors had to physically visit the Mgahinga and Bwindi Impenetrable National Park in southwestern Uganda. To reach those that may not be able to physically visit…

Annually, Rwanda celebrates Gorilla naming ceremony on September and 2023 is all set already in the and of thousand Hills. The 2023 ceremony will mark the 19th edition since Rwanda started promineting in conservation event of Kweta Izina. The ceremony is a long-waited day because it has become the highlight on African Tourism calender. The…

Gorilla trekking is an amazing unique experience done in Bwindi Impenetrable national park and mgahinga national park in Uganda. Both Bwindi and maghinga inhabits over 450 gorillas which is half of population census in the whole work. However, gorillas can also be spotted in volcano national park in Rwanda and Virunga national park in Democratic…

To facilitate the development of Aruu Falls, the government has allocated sh800 million to an enchanting tourism site located in Angagura Sub County, Pader district. Martin Mugarra Bahinduuka the State Minister of Tourism announces the allocation, emphasizing that the funds will support various infrastructure projects aimed at enhancing visitor experiences and promoting the site’s tourism…

Uganda safari offers an amazing attractions like wildlife, mountain hiking, nature walk, culture encounters, gorilla trekking &habituation, chimpanzees tracking, boat cruise, bungee jumping and many more. Bungee jumping activity is offered in Jinja which is a tourism center that is known for the source of the Nile which flows to Egypt. Bungee jumping is a…

Residents in kasese town went into a panic in September 2020 after six stray elephants invades local communities living near Queen Elizabeth national park. UWA staff drove back the wild beasts in their protected areas for fear of being injured or killed by the local communities. Elephants are one of the big five mammals and…

Kibale national park lies in western part of Uganda along mupende -fort portal route. The park is commonly visited for chimpanzees tracking due to tropical forest that inhabits over 1000 individuals. Kibale national park is protected and managed by Uganda Wildlife Authority  gazetted in 1932 and formally established in 1993. Besides chimps, kibale national park…

Due to unfulfilled concessions signed with various developers in the country’s protected areas, the tourism sector is losing over Shillings 300 million worth of business annually. The government, through the Uganda Wildlife Authority, has signed development concession agreements to provide various services to tourists in national parks, including accommodation facilities, under the public-private arrangement. Hence…

Despite the fact that Fort portal is located in western part of Uganda, it proves that the district is a landmark center of various touristic attractions. The city of fort portal is for Batooro natives who are led by king Oyo in Toro kingdom. As you’re traveling to Fort portal city, Lion is a welcoming…

It is reported that a large number of UK travelers choose Rwanda as a tourism destination because of visit Rwanda on Arsenal football club. It is said that since 2017, the visitors number from UK increased to 21% compared to past years and 16000 business was increased. According to traveler’s keen, Rwanda as a country…

Gaddafi mosque is the largest mosque in East Africa positioned at the city center of Kampala the capital city of Uganda. The mosque lies at old Kampala hill as a unique skyscraper compared to other mosques. Uganda Muslim Supreme Council headquarters lies in Gaddafi Mosque thus making it the faith-based umbrella organization for looking after…

Bahai Temple has become a landmark of the capital city in Kampala establishing faith in the country. Bahai Temple faith was introduced in 1951 in Uganda with members representing nearly every tribal and religious background and being located in over 2,800 localities throughout the country. In Africa, Bahai Temple is a house of worship whose…

Bwindi impenetrable national park lies in south western part of Uganda covering an area of 331sqkm above the sea level. The park is a best destination of gorilla tracking which are spotted in four sectors of the park and these are Buhoma sector, Ruhija sector, Nkuringo sector and Rushaga sector adding up 20 gorilla families.…

14th day is a long-waited day to celebrate love worldwide. Despite being a special day, Uganda conservationists in Bwindi were busy inspecting gorillas in Bwindi then boom the gorilla mother spotted giving birth to the new infant. Tomvi of mukiza gave birth to a female baby gorilla thus the joy bundle celebration on the day…

Despite Uganda being a landlocked country, it has been described as pearl of Africa due to its amazing and charming nature. To a diverse array of ecosystems which are fascinating to explore Uganda and, untouched and wild, they are stunning to behold. Uganda is beautifully gifted of 10 national parks which are Murchison falls national…