The National Forestry Authority (NFA) of Uganda has taken a significant step forward in promoting sustainable tourism with the launch of its new Eco-Tourism Central Reservation System. Held at the National Forestry Authority (NFA) headquarters on October 28th, 2025, this event marks a pivotal moment for Uganda Tourism, introducing online booking and payment features for […]
As Uganda unveils her ambitious 2025/2026 tourism budget of 430 billion UGX ($115 million USD), a comparative look at East Africa’s tourism investments and their economic impacts reveals both opportunities and challenges across the region. With the sector’s potential to drive economic growth and job creation, how do Uganda, Kenya, Tanzania, and Rwanda stack up? […]
East Africa, a region brimming with vibrant cultures, breathtaking landscapes, and unparalleled wildlife, took center stage at the Karibu-KiliFair 2025 Expo, held from June 6-8, 2025, in Arusha City, Tanzania. The East African Community (EAC), under its powerful “Visit East Africa – Feel the Vibe” brand, promoted the region as a Single Tourism Destination, captivating […]
Turkish Airlines is taking bold steps to elevate Uganda’s tourism profile in Europe, partnering with Ugandan tourism entrepreneur Amos Wekesa to promote the East African nation in Estonia, Latvia, and Lithuania. Amos Wekesa, the founder of Great Lakes Safaris Limited, revealed the collaboration in a recent X post, highlighting the airline’s invitation to deliver presentations […]
Ekyooto Ha Mpango cultural festival takes place between place 25-28 November, showcasing Tooro Kingdom’s rich history and cultural heritage. Ekyooto Ha Mpango festival launched by King Oyo during the 26th coronation ceremony aims at showcasing the best of Tooro’s rich heritage through various activities in art, music, fashion, food, sports, business clinics plus the breathtaking tourism […]
Tanzania will host the East African Community (EAC) regional tourism expo in October, the country’s Minister for Natural Resources and Tourism Damas Ndumbaro announced Friday 16 July 2021. The tourism expo will be held in Tanzania northern tourist city of Arusha, Ndumbaro told a virtual meeting of the East African Community Council of Ministers for […]
The East African regional tourism ministers had met virtually under the chairmanship Kenyan Minister for Tourism and Wildlife, Najib Balala and all agreed to take recovery measures. • The ministers agreed to adopt collective and coordinated approach targeting tourism recovery • Plan calls for creation of stimulus packages aimed at re-igniting the sector. • Plan […]