
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 […]

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 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. […]

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 […]

Uganda has officially signed the Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) on the Conservation of Migratory Birds of Prey in Africa, also known as the Raptors MoU. This agreement, endorsed by over 65 countries globally, underscores Uganda’s dedication to safeguarding these vital species. The signing ceremony, held at the Sheraton Kampala Hotel, was presided over by Hon. […]

Eagle Air, an airline based in Kampala, Uganda recently resumed scheduled flights from Entebbe to Arua and from Arua to Entebbe from 17th March, 2025. The airline is set to fly three times in a week from Entebbe to Arua and from Arua to Entebbe on Monday, Wednesday and Friday. (The flight schedule has beem […]

Mark your calendars! The 2nd Edition of the Virunga Gorilla Marathon is set to take place on 31st May 2025 at the iconic Mayor’s Gardens in Kisoro with the theme “Run for the Green: Every Step Plants a Tree” which resonates with the climate change mitigation agenda. This thrilling event promises to be more than […]