Uganda’s premier international music and culture festival is returning to the banks of the River Nile for its 11th edition. Nyege Nyege Festival 2026, themed the Wakaliwood Edition, will take place from 19th to 22nd November 2026 at Kalagala Falls (Adrift Overland Camp / Kangulumira). Over four unforgettable nights, more than 200 artists will perform […]
Uganda has marked a significant milestone for sports tourism by successfully hosting the inaugural African Dragon Boat Racing competition on the waters of Lake Victoria in Kawuku, Wakiso District which took place from 1st to 4th October 2026. The three-day event brought together teams from Uganda, Egypt, Kenya and South Africa, alongside special guests and […]
Great news for travelers exploring Uganda! The newly reconstructed Katonga Bridge on the vital Kampala-Masaka Highway is now fully open and 100% complete. Designed to withstand future flooding, this upgraded structure restores reliable connectivity and significantly improves the journey for visitors heading to southwestern Uganda. The original Katonga Bridge collapsed in May 2023 after heavy […]
Uganda, in partnership with the East African Community (EAC), has begun training the second cohort of East African Community (EAC) Hotel Assessors at the Hotel and Tourism Training College in Jinja City located in Eastern Uganda. The programme, which runs until 4th December, brings together 30 professionals drawn from tourism, hospitality, architecture, public health, environmental […]
Finance Minister Hon. Henry Musasizi has called for deliberate, coordinated action to unlock Uganda’s full tourism potential and sharply increase the sector’s contribution to the national economy. Speaking while officiating at the 4th Annual Tourism Development Programme Review Conference at Imperial Royale Hotel in Kampala, the Finance Minister announced that the Government is targeting US$5 […]
The Embassy of Uganda to the Swiss Confederation, together with the Uganda Tourism Board (UTB), has signed a landmark one-year strategic partnership with the Champions Hockey League (CHL) for the 2026/27 season. The agreement aims to showcase Uganda as a compelling travel destination to audiences across Switzerland through the powerful platform of European club ice […]
On 2nd October 2026, the shores of Masese Fish Landing Site in Jinja City came alive with purposeful energy as the Jinja City Lake Victoria Youth Ambassadors hosted the Save Lake Victoria 2nd Activations. Running from 8am to 5pm under the powerful theme “Every Shore A Legacy • Every Youth A Steward”, the event brought […]
In exciting news for runners, adventure seekers and responsible travellers, the organisers of the Rwenzori Marathon have announced a promising early partnership with Kenya Airways for the 2027 edition. Kenya Airways Country Manager Mr. Felix Mwangangi has actively pursued the collaboration for more than three months, demonstrating strong commitment to supporting Uganda’s growing sports and […]
Jinja City is not just another stop on a Uganda itinerary, the city is East Africa’s adventure capital. Sitting at the exact point where Lake Victoria becomes the River Nile, this lively Uganda town offers Grade 5 white-water rafting, bungee jumping over the river, sunset cruises, and peaceful riverside lodges. What makes a day or […]
Jinja City is more than another stop on a Uganda itinerary. Located on the northern shores of Lake Victoria at the beginning of the River Nile, this energetic city has developed into one of Uganda’s leading destinations for adventure, relaxation and riverside experiences. From Grade 5 white-water rafting and bungee jumping to sunset cruises, quad […]