Britam Uganda has reaffirmed its multi-year partnership with the Tusker Lite Rwenzori Marathon for the fifth edition, scheduled for 22nd August 2026 in Kasese. The collaboration now goes beyond traditional sponsorship to emphasise practical wellness support for runners and travel protection for participants, aligning closely with the event’s growing status as Uganda’s first World Athletics […]
The National Organizing Committee for the 5th Uganda-Kenya Coast Tourism & Innovation Summit held a key planning meeting this week at the Private Sector Foundation Uganda (PSF Uganda) headquarters. The high-level session, which took place amid growing momentum for stronger regional tourism ties, was led by Uganda’s Consul General in Mombasa, Amb. Herbert Kiguli. Stakeholders […]
Arua City in Uganda’s West Nile region lit up with excitement this past week as tourism leaders, government officials, local cyclists, and community representatives gathered for the official launch of Race the Nile Uganda Ultra 2026. This groundbreaking event marks the first self-supported gravel ultra-endurance cycling race through one of Africa’s least-explored frontiers. From 23rd […]
The Busoga sub-region of eastern Uganda is undergoing a quiet but significant agricultural transformation. Long dominated by sugarcane, farmers and local leaders are increasingly turning to high-value perennial crops, coffee and cocoa, that promise better returns, stronger export potential, and greater resilience for smallholder communities. This shift takes centre stage at the inaugural Busoga Coffee […]
In an era when travellers increasingly seek meaningful connections over checklist experiences, East Africa is poised to redefine the tourism narrative. The East African region’s greatest treasures have never been confined solely to its landscapes, wildlife or crater lakes. They live in its people, traditions, languages, music, stories and communal practices. From 29th to 31st […]
On Thursday, 30th July 2026, organisers proudly unveiled the 3rd edition of the Gulu City Marathon at the Sheraton Kampala Hotel. The media launch marked the official countdown to an unforgettable celebration of resilience, community spirit and athletic excellence set for Saturday, 5th December 2026 in Gulu City, northern Uganda. Under the inspiring theme “Running […]
Kampala recently hosted a landmark celebration of Uganda’s musical soul. On 31st July 2026, the gardens of the Sheraton Kampala Hotel came alive with the inaugural Ataakulaba Akunyooma Heritage Music Concert, an event dedicated to the timeless Kadongo Kamu tradition. Kadongo Kamu, literally meaning “one little guitar,” is Uganda’s oldest mainstream music genre. Rooted in […]
Nestled in the lush western region of Uganda, Fort Portal has long been celebrated as the country’s tourism capital. With the snow-capped Rwenzori Mountains on the horizon, crater lakes scattered across the landscape, tea plantations rolling into the distance and the rich heritage of the Tooro Kingdom, the city offers an almost cinematic backdrop for […]
Car enthusiasts and travellers alike have something exciting to look forward to this July. The 5th Edition of the Auto Show Kampala is set to roar into the city from 17th to 19th July 2026 at the iconic Kololo Ceremonial Grounds. Organised as Uganda’s largest automotive marketplace, showcase exhibition, and stuntfest, the event promises a […]
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 […]