Travelers passing through Entebbe International Airport are now greeted by a striking new addition, two larger-than-life gorilla sculptures installed by the Uganda Tourism Board (UTB). Unveiled on May 5, 2025, these sculptures, one at Entebbe International AirportArrivals and another at Departures, celebrate Uganda’s status as a premier destination for gorilla trekking and wildlife safaris. Positioned […]
Guangzhou, China – On May 2, 2025, Uganda made a striking impression at the 137th Canton Fair, the world’s largest trade expo, with a vibrant booth showcasing the country’s rich agricultural and artisanal offerings. Led by Ambassador Judyth Nsababera, Uganda’s delegation aimed to attract international buyers and investors, marking a significant step in the nation’s […]
On April 27, 2025, the Uganda Wildlife Authority (UWA) welcomed Hon. Minister Mugarra to Rukungiri for a pivotal community engagement event addressing the escalating human-wildlife conflict in the region. The visit, documented by the Uganda Wildlife Authority (UWA) on X, spotlighted the challenges faced by local communities, particularly the frequent elephant crop raids that have […]
The Sebei Sub-region in Eastern Uganda is basking in the global spotlight after Jacob Kiplimo’s stellar performance at the 2025 London Marathon, where the 24-year-old long-distance runner clinched second place in his debut 42km race, setting a national record of 2:03:37. Hailing from the Sebei Sub-region, which spans Kapchorwa, Kween, and Bukwo districts on the […]
A major milestone for Uganda’s tourism and trade sectors was achieved this week as the Ministry of Works and Transport signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with China State Engineering Construction Company to upgrade Kasese Airport into an international airport. The announcement, shared by Ms. Susan Kataike on X, has sparked excitement among travelers, local […]
In a groundbreaking moment for Uganda’s tourism sector, Amos Wekesa, CEO of Great Lakes Safaris and lead organizer of the Tusker Lite Rwenzori Marathon, is set to speak at a fireside chat hosted by the Massachusetts institute of technology (MIT) Sloan Africa Business Club on May 3, 2025. The event, titled “Leveraging Innovation & Technology […]
The Uganda Civil Aviation Authority (UCAA) has taken a bold step toward a greener future for aviation by hosting a groundbreaking Sustainable Aviation Fuel (SAF) Feasibility Study Workshop in Entebbe, near Lake Victoria. The two-day event held from April 22nd – 23rd, 2025, which was organized in collaboration with the International Civil Aviation Organization (ICAO) […]
On April 22, 2025, the Uganda Civil Aviation Authority (CAA) brought together key players in the country’s export sector for a one-day workshop at the luxurious Protea Hotel Entebbe, a 4-star resort nestled on the shimmering shores of Lake Victoria, Entebbe, Uganda. The event, aimed at strengthening partnerships to boost Uganda’s export potential, highlighted the […]
The Uganda Wildlife Conservation Education Centre (UWEC), fondly known as Entebbe Zoo, celebrated Easter Monday with a heartfelt donation from the Alam Foundation. On April 21, 2025, the Alam foundation delivered a vibrant bounty of fresh fruits, vegetables, and tubers to support the zoo’s rescued animals, many of whom are endangered species native to Uganda. […]
The Uganda Hotel Owners Association (UHOA) has just dropped exciting news for the hospitality and tourism industry: the Annual Hospitality Expo has been rescheduled to August 1st–3rd, 2025, and will take place at the prestigious Hotel Africana in Kampala. This year’s expo marks a significant milestone—25 years of shaping Uganda’s hospitality landscape—and promises to be […]
