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 […]
Kampala, Uganda – April 22, 2025 – The Association of Uganda Tour Operators (AUTO) is gearing up for a landmark appearance at Africa’s Travel Indaba 2025, one of the continent’s premier travel trade shows, scheduled for May 12th -15th, 2025 at the Inkosi Albert Luthuli Convention Centre (ICC) in Durban, South Africa. The Association of […]
National Oil Distributors (NODL) the operators of MV Kalangala Ferry and MV NODL Express Ferry has published its Nakiwogo to and from Kalangala ferry timetable for the Easter Festive Season 2025. Ssese ferry operators have released their Easter holiday schedules to facilitate seamless transportation for island holidaymakers. The schedules include multiple departures at convenient times, […]
In a historic move set to redefine Uganda’s tourism landscape, the Uganda Wildlife Authority (UWA) has signed three groundbreaking concessions with private investors. This strategic collaboration, formalized on 27th March, 2025, will see high-end tourism infrastructure developed and managed across three of Uganda’s most iconic national parks; Murchison Falls, Queen Elizabeth, and Kidepo Valley National […]
Uganda’s hospitality industry is set for a major transformation as the Uganda Tourism Board (UTB) embarks on the inspection and registration of stand-alone restaurants, starting with Kampala. This initiative aims to enhance quality standards, improve customer experience, and promote Uganda as a top-tier culinary destination. Why This Initiative Matters Restaurants play a crucial role in […]