Mountain gorilla foraging in the dense rainforest of Bwindi’s Rushaga sector, home to some of Uganda’s most iconic primate encounters
Uganda Gorilla Safaris offer travellers the opportunity to explore some of Africa’s most remarkable forests while encountering endangered mountain gorillas in their natural environment. For many visitors, the highlight is gorilla trekking in Bwindi Impenetrable National Park, a UNESCO World Heritage Site (United Nations Educational, Scientific and Cultural Organization) in southwestern Uganda. Uganda also offers […]
The World Health Organization logo and plaque. WHO has confirmed the end of Uganda’s 2026 Ebola outbreak
The World Health Organization (WHO) has officially declared Uganda’s 2026 Ebola outbreak over, confirming the country’s successful containment of the disease. This follows Uganda’s own announcement on 28th July after completing the mandatory 42-day monitoring period with no new infections. Uganda recorded 20 confirmed cases and two deaths, all linked to the Bundibugyo strain of […]
A photograph of an aeroplane taken during an Entebbe International Airport tour in Entebbe, Uganda
Following a landmark multi-billion shilling acquisition announced at the Farnborough International Airshow, Uganda Airlines has finalised a direct order with Boeing for eight new passenger aircraft. The deal marks one of the most significant fleet expansions in the airline’s history and is set to transform long-haul access to Uganda. The order comprises four Boeing 787-9 […]
Special Presidential Envoy Rosa Malango (centre) officially announces the inaugural Future Hospitality Summit Africa 2027 alongside Uganda Tourism Board officials
In a major push to position Uganda as Africa’s premier destination for sustainable hospitality and eco-tourism, Special Presidential Envoy Rosa Malango has announced the inaugural Future Hospitality Summit Africa. The event is scheduled for 2nd to 3rd February 2027 at the prestigious Speke Resort Munyonyo on the shores of Lake Victoria. This groundbreaking summit aims […]
Members of the Ugandan delegation pose proudly at their exhibition booth during Africa’s Travel Indaba 2026, championing the country's sustainable tourism and wildlife heritage.
The Uganda Wildlife Authority (UWA) is actively promoting Uganda’s world-renowned wildlife and tourism offerings at the prestigious Africa’s Travel Indaba 2026, taking place at the Inkosi Albert Luthuli International Convention Centre in Durban from May 11th-15th, 2026. Led by Uganda Wildlife Authority Board Member Jane Bagonza, the Ugandan delegation is engaging key tourism stakeholders, tour […]
Photograph of passengers in line at a check-in point at Entebbe International Airport in Uganda
Entebbe International Airport has officially become the beating heart of Uganda’s tourism renaissance. In 2025 the airport handled a staggering 2.49 million international passengers, a jaw-dropping 340% increase from the 565,541 passengers recorded during the depths of the COVID-19 crisis in 2020. The Uganda Civil Aviation Authority (UCAA) announced the milestone, crediting new regional routes […]