Uganda’s internationally recognised wildlife veterinarian and conservationist Dr. Gladys Kalema-Zikusoka has been nominated for the 2027 Indianapolis Prize, one of the world’s leading honours for animal conservation. The nomination recognises Dr. Gladys’s longstanding contribution to wildlife conservation, particularly her work protecting mountain gorillas in East Africa and promoting a One Health approach that connects wildlife […]
The landscape of global travel is shifting beneath our feet. Today, the Ministry of Tourism, Wildlife and Antiquities (MTWA) in Uganda convened the World Tourism Day 2026 Thematic Conference under a forward-thinking theme: “Digital Agenda and Artificial Intelligence to Redesign Tourism.” Industry leaders, digital visionaries, and hospitality stakeholders gathered at the National ICT Innovation Hub […]
A landmark Stakeholder Policy Dialogue on Cultural Enterprises for Women from Uganda’s Indigenous Minority Groups is taking place at Kampala Kolping Hotel, bringing together women’s cultural groups, Government institutions and cultural development partners to discuss ways of strengthening cultural enterprises and creating greater opportunities for indigenous minority women. Organised by the Cross-Cultural Foundation of Uganda […]
Uganda is set to take part in the 5th Edition of Africa Vegan Restaurant Week, a continental food and hospitality campaign bringing together hotels, restaurants and food businesses from 17 African countries from 21st to 27th September 2026. The week-long initiative provides an opportunity for hospitality businesses to showcase vegan and plant-based dishes while connecting […]
Auric Air has introduced and expanded scheduled flights linking Dar es Salaam (DAR), Kahama and Mwanza, significantly improving air access to Tanzania’s Lake Zone. The flight service responds to growing demand for reliable domestic connections in western and northern Tanzania. Flight Details for the New DAR-Kahama-Mwanza Route The flight route operates via Kahama, providing convenient […]
Uganda Gorilla Safaris offer travellers the opportunity to explore some of Africa’s most remarkable forests while encountering endangered mountain gorillas in their natural environment. For many visitors, the highlight is gorilla trekking in Bwindi Impenetrable National Park, a UNESCO World Heritage Site (United Nations Educational, Scientific and Cultural Organization) in southwestern Uganda. Uganda also offers […]
The Murchison Falls Boat Cruise stands as one of Uganda’s most iconic and rewarding safari experiences. Located in Murchison Falls National Park, the country’s largest protected area at nearly 3,840 square kilometres, this journey takes travellers along the Victoria Nile to the base of the famous falls, where the entire river is dramatically forced through […]
Murchison Falls National Park, Uganda’s largest protected area covering nearly 3,840 square kilometres in the northwest, remains one of East Africa’s premier safari destinations. At the Murchison Falls National Park’s heart is the dramatic Murchison Falls, where the entire Victoria Nile is forced through a narrow seven-metre gorge before plunging about 43 metres in a […]
Kenya’s leading low-cost carrier Jambojet is set to resume daily flights between Entebbe and Nairobi on 1st October 2026, ending a six-year break caused by the COVID-19 pandemic. One-way fares start from approximately USD 170, offering travellers a more affordable option on one of East Africa’s busiest short-haul corridors. The new service strengthens regional connectivity […]
When travellers think of an Uganda safari, the first images that often come to mind are mountain gorillas in Bwindi, chimpanzees in Kibale Forest and wildlife-filled savannahs. But Uganda offers another remarkable way to experience its landscapes and wildlife: boat safaris and river cruises. From the powerful Victoria Nile flowing through Murchison Falls National Park […]