Uganda’s tourism sector is experiencing a robust recovery, with 2024 recording 1.37 million tourist arrivals and USD 1.28 billion in revenue, a 26% increase from the previous year, according to the Ministry of Tourism, Wildlife, and Antiquities (MTWA). The “Explore Uganda – The Pearl of Africa” campaign, coupled with infrastructure investments and a focus on […]
In a significant move to elevate Uganda’s tourism sector, the Uganda Tourism Board (UTB) Chief Executive Officer, Ms. Juliana Kagwa, recently held a strategic meeting in Kampala with the Board of the Uganda Tourism Association (UTA) to reinforce partnerships and enhance synergy across the industry. The discussions, which took place in a collaborative atmosphere marked […]
Uganda’s rhino population, once thriving with both Black Rhinoceros (Diceros bicornis michaeli) and Northern White Rhinoceros (Ceratotherium simum cottoni), faced a tragic decline due to poaching, armed conflict, and habitat loss during the 1970s and 1980s. By 1982, these iconic species were completely wiped out in the wild, marking a dark chapter in the country’s […]
A delegation from Uganda’s Ministry of Tourism, Wildlife and Antiquities (MTWA) and Uganda Wildlife Authority (UWA), led by Hon. Bahinduka Mugarra Martin, is making waves with a benchmarking trip to South Africa. The mission focuses on enhancing lion conservation strategies, mitigating human-wildlife conflicts, and developing sustainable business models around conservation areas, efforts that could transform […]
The Uganda Tourism Board (UTB) recently wrapped up a transformative retreat in Eastern Uganda spotlighting the region’s tourism potential with a focus on Sipi Falls. Held in Kapchorwa, the retreat brought together the Uganda Tourism Board (UTB) Board of Directors and Management to foster internal collaboration, engage local stakeholders, and position Eastern Uganda as a […]
The Uganda Tourism Board (UTB), Uganda state-run destination marketing agency has reaffirmed its commitment to boosting Jinja tourism and the country’s tourism sector with a recent visit to the Uganda Hotel and Tourism Training Institute (UHTTI) in Jinja. The Jinja visit, conducted on July 29, 2025 by team from Uganda Tourism Board, aimed to evaluate […]
As the clock ticks toward October 2025, the Kabalega Foundation is set to host Kabalega Independence Week 2025, a vibrant celebration honoring the legacy of Omukama Cwa II Kabalega, the 19th-century Bunyoro king renowned for his resistance against British colonial rule. Scheduled from October 2nd to 4th in Hoima City, this week-long event promises a […]
Nestled at the foot of the majestic Rwenzori Mountains, Fort Portal Tourism City is not just Uganda’s crown jewel of natural beauty and cultural heritage, it is now poised to become a beacon of digital innovation. In a groundbreaking move, the Tooro Kingdom has signed a five-year Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with Maarifasasa Limited to […]
The Uganda Tourism Board (UTB) is celebrating the successful conclusion of a 9-day tour featuring a group of Turkish influencers, who explored the country’s stunning landscapes, wildlife, and rich cultural and heritage attractions sites tour. The safari journey, which wrapped up with a high-profile business-to-business (B2B) engagement on July 15th, 2025, highlighted key experiences like […]
As the “Run for Birds” event gears up for October 19, 2025, in Kampala, Uganda, organized by Avian Conservation Uganda, the country is poised to showcase its vibrant blend of sports tourism and unparalleled natural beauty. This run which costs UGX 25,000 per person, aimed at raising funds for a national bird conservation campaign, highlights […]