Air Tanzania took delivery of its first fuel-efficient Boeing 737 MAX single-aisle aircraft today. The East African carrier is the first airline in Africa to receive the larger 737-9 model that would enable it to meet growing travel demand in West Africa, Southern Africa and India. Air Tanzania currently operates commercial service across Africa and to […]
Uganda Wildlife Authority (UWA) the Uganda Government conservation agency responsible for the management and protection of Wildlife in and outside protected areas, confirmed the appointment of new members to its Board of Trustees. On 14 September 2023, a significant occasion of inaugurating the 10th Board of Trustees for Uganda Wildlife Authority in Kampala. PS Mrs. […]
Kasese City is hosting the 2023 International Coffee Day Celebrations in Uganda Coffee is said to be the second most consumed liquid, next to water globally with the Uganda Arabica coffee brand enjoying pride of place among world best coffee brands. Smallholders produce 75 per cent of the world’s coffee, but in many regions these […]
Rhino baby news: Uganda’s Ziwa Rhino Sanctuary celebrates another baby rhino born the night of 8th September 2023 to adult female KORI. According to Uganda Wildlife Authority (UWA), the female calf now brings the total number of Rhinos at Ziwa Rhino Sanctuary to 41 healthy individuals. Since Uganda Wildlife Authority and wildlife conservation partners, Uganda […]
Kasubi Royal Tombs have been removed off the list of the endangered world heritage sites. The announcement has been made in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia during UNESCO’s 45th session of the World Heritage Committee. UNESCO was swift to post this news on its X account. “Tombs of Buganda Kings at Kasubi have just been removed from […]
Turkish Airlines, Turkey’s premier national flag carrier, has chosen to expand its fleet with an additional 10 Airbus A350-900 aircraft. With this latest acquisition, the airline raised its total number of A350-900s to 40, reflecting its growing trust in this modern widebody aircraft. The new order follows closely with an earlier agreement in August when […]
Located just astride the Equator, Uganda is a fascinating destination where the East African savannah meets the West African tropical rain forests. Uganda is fast becoming a popular destination that is frequented by adventure travelers. From popular gorilla treks to classic game viewing in Uganda’s national parks, there is a lot to see and do […]
Dubbed The Tusker Lite Rwenzori Marathon, the run will take place on September 2, 2023, in Kasese district at the foothills of the snowcapped 5,109-meter Ruwenzori ranges in western Uganda. According to the main sponsor of the marathon, Tusker Lite, the aim of the Rwenzori Marathon is to promote healthy living, boost tourism to the […]
Uganda Conservation Foundation short for Uganda CF is delivers proactive conservation, community and anti trafficking projects in Uganda. World Giraffe Day is marked on 21st June every year to highlight the plight of the world’s tallest land mammal which is on IUCN’s Red List of Threatened Species. With increasing habitat loss due to human encroachment […]
Capital FM Radio and MTN Telecom Uganda announced the launch of the “MTN YETU FESTIVAL” in Uganda that will take place on Sunday, 11th June 2023 at Kololo Ceremonial Grounds in Kampala, Uganda’s capital. The headline act for the MTN YETU FESTIVAL will be Boyz II Men music group – one of the most iconic R&B groups in […]