The southern sector of Bwindi Impenetrable National Park in Rushaga recently hosted a high-profile visit that highlighted Uganda’s world-class tourism offering. Uganda’s Deputy Speaker of Parliament, Rt. Hon. Thomas Tayebwa, and the Speaker of the Parliament of the Czech Republic, Rt. Hon. Tomio Okamura, shared an unforgettable gorilla trekking experience in the lush, ancient rainforest. […]
There are places where luxury is measured by the size of a suite, the number of amenities or the sophistication of a wine list. Then there are places where luxury is defined by something harder to replicate: space, silence, wilderness and a sense of being deeply connected to the landscape. Erebero Hills, Asilia Africa’s highly […]
In a major development for Uganda’s tourism and conservation sectors, the Uganda Wildlife Authority (UWA) has officially renewed its concession agreements with Marasa Africa for the continued management and operation of Paraa Safari Lodge, Mweya Safari Lodge and Chobe Safari Lodge. The new agreements secure Marasa’s role for another 30 years, reinforcing one of the […]
Travelers seeking exclusive, off-the-beaten-path experiences in Uganda have a fresh reason to visit the remote northeast. Kara-Tunga Tours has announced the opening of Namoni Lodge in Kidepo Valley National Park, with bookings now open for stays starting 1st August 2026. Nestled in one of Uganda’s most dramatic landscapes, Namoni Lodge promises intimate luxury amid sweeping […]
Uganda Welcomes Roc Nation Delegation for AFCON 2027: Boosting Sports Tourism in the Pearl of Africa
The Uganda Tourism Board (UTB) has rolled out the red carpet for a high-level delegation from Roc Nation Sports International, marking a significant step in preparations for the 2027 Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON), which Uganda will co-host alongside Kenya and Tanzania. The delegation, led by Michael R. Yormark, President of Roc Nation Sports International […]
Uganda has taken a significant step forward in positioning itself as a leading sustainable tourism destination. The country recently concluded a highly successful participation in the World Agro-Tourism Conference held in Scotland, marking an important milestone in its agro-tourism development strategy. A high-level delegation, led by the Permanent Secretary of the Ministry of Tourism, Wildlife […]
Uganda is set to host the prestigious Future Hospitality Summit (FHS) Africa for the very first time on 2rd to 3rd February 2027 at the Speke Resort Convention Centre in Kampala. This landmark event marks a significant milestone for the country’s ambition to become one of Africa’s top investment destinations in hospitality and tourism. The […]
Uganda’s most photographed landmark just got tastier. Jikoni Equator restaurant has officially opened its doors at the Uganda Equator crossing point in Kayabwe, offering travellers a delicious taste of authentic Ugandan hospitality right where the Northern and Southern hemispheres meet. Located along the busy Kampala-Masaka highway, the new Jikoni Equator restaurant near the Uganda Equator […]
Uganda’s premier gorilla trekking destination is set to welcome a striking new addition. Erebero Hills Lodge, developed by award-winning operator Asilia Africa, is rapidly taking shape in the misty hills of Bwindi Impenetrable National Park. Erebero Hills Lodge, whose name means “a place where you can see far,” promises breathtaking panoramas and immersive forest experiences […]
Uganda’s annual celebration of diversity and resilience returns with the 11th edition of the Karamoja Cultural Event, scheduled for 6th to 12th September 2026 in Moroto in the Karamoja sub-region in Northeastern Uganda. Organised under the theme “Unity in Culture, Strength in Peace, Prosperity through Tourism and Natural Resources,” the festival promises an unforgettable immersion […]