Great news for travelers exploring Uganda! The newly reconstructed Katonga Bridge on the vital Kampala-Masaka Highway is now fully open and 100% complete. Designed to withstand future flooding, this upgraded structure restores reliable connectivity and significantly improves the journey for visitors heading to southwestern Uganda. The original Katonga Bridge collapsed in May 2023 after heavy […]
In exciting news for runners, adventure seekers and responsible travellers, the organisers of the Rwenzori Marathon have announced a promising early partnership with Kenya Airways for the 2027 edition. Kenya Airways Country Manager Mr. Felix Mwangangi has actively pursued the collaboration for more than three months, demonstrating strong commitment to supporting Uganda’s growing sports and […]
Air travel between Entebbe and Arua Cities has become more accessible thanks to scheduled services operated by AirServ. The new Entebbe-Arua flight route offers a practical alternative to the long overland journey, significantly reducing travel time to Uganda’s West Nile region and opening smoother connections for both leisure and business travellers. This detailed guide covers […]
The Ministry of Works and Transport in Uganda has announced that the new Ssezibwa Bridge on the Kampala-Gayaza-Kalagi-Kayunga Road has reached 76% completion. The main structure and box culverts of the new bridge are finished, with embankment works and demolition of the old bridge ongoing. This striking 60-metre, two-span reinforced-concrete arch bridge is Uganda’s first […]
Uganda’s Ministry of Works and Transport has announced that the new Ssezibwa Bridge on the Kampala-Gayaza-Kalagi-Kayunga Road has reached 76% completion. The main structure and all box culverts are now finished, marking a major milestone in the upgrade of this important transport corridor. A Landmark Climate-Resilient Design The new Ssezibwa Bridge is a distinctive 60-metre, […]
Entebbe International Airport recorded 169,706 passengers in August 2026, providing another important indicator of activity within Uganda’s aviation and tourism sectors. The passenger figure comes as Uganda continues to strengthen its position as an East African destination for wildlife safaris, gorilla trekking, cultural tourism, business travel, conferences and leisure holidays. As the country’s principal international […]
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 […]
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 […]
Tourism stakeholders in Uganda and Kenya are calling attention to the rising cost of regional travel, particularly airfares between the two neighbouring countries, as both destinations seek to increase cross-border tourism and promote multi-destination travel. The issue came into focus during preparations for the 5th Uganda-Kenya Coast Tourism and Innovation Summit, scheduled for October 26th […]
The official commissioning of the Kayoola Electric Buses on 28th August 2026 marks a meaningful advance for sustainable urban mobility in Uganda. Fifteen 42-passenger Kayoola 7M EVS buses, developed by Kiira Motors Corporation and operated by E-Bus Xpress, are now serving three key corridors linking Kira Municipality with Ntinda and the wider Kampala metropolitan area. […]