The Milégé World Music Festival is set to light up the serene shores of Tropical Beach, Garuga, Entebbe, from 1st – 3rd August, 2025, promising a vibrant three-day celebration of African music, art, and community
The Milégé World Music Festival is set to make a grand return from 1st – 3rd August, 2025 at the tranquil Tropical Beach in Garuga, Entebbe, Uganda, promising a vibrant fusion of jazz, African rhythms, and cultural heritage. Held along the stunning northern shores of Lake Victoria in Uganda, East African Country State, this event […]
A photograph of an adult rhino and its young one feeding taken during a wildlife tour to Ziwa Rhino Sanctuary in Nakasongola District in Central Uganda.
The Uganda Wildlife Authority (UWA) has taken a stand to protect the reputation of one of Uganda’s most cherished conservation sites, Ziwa Rhino Sanctuary, by addressing a misleading press release that falsely claimed the sanctuary had closed its doors to the public. On June 26th, 2025, Uganda Wildlife Authority (UWA) released an official statement to […]
Photograph taken during the 2025 Spotlight Travel Expo in Arusha, Tanzania
Mark your calendars for an unmissable opportunity to elevate your business in the vibrant world of travel and tourism! On 28th August 2025, the prestigious Sheraton Kampala Hotel will host the Spotlight Travel Expo Kampala, a dynamic Business-to- Business workshop designed to connect Uganda’s leading hotel groups, airlines, tourism organizations, and safari lodges with global […]
The Uganda Wildlife Authority (UWA) disbursed UGX 2.17 billion (approximately $580,000 USD) to communities neighboring the Bwindi-Mgahinga Conservation Area
In a significant move for sustainable conservation, the Uganda Wildlife Authority (UWA) disbursed UGX 2.17 billion (approximately $580,000 USD) to communities neighboring the Bwindi-Mgahinga Conservation Area on June 19th, 2025. The funds, generated from gorilla tourism revenue, are earmarked to support schools, health centers, water access, and local livelihoods in the districts of Kanungu, Kisoro, […]
The Uganda Tourism Association (UTA) and telecommunications giant MTN Uganda have officially launched a strategic partnership aimed at transforming the country’s tourism landscape
In a significant boost to Uganda’s tourism industry, the Uganda Tourism Association (UTA) and telecommunications giant MTN Uganda have officially launched a strategic partnership aimed at transforming the country’s tourism landscape. The collaboration, announced on June 13th, 2025, via a high-profile meeting at MTN’s headquarters, marks a new era of public-private cooperation to position Uganda […]
The Uganda Tourism Board (UTB) ushered in a new era with the official appointment of Ms. Juliana Kagwa as its Chief Executive Officer, effective immediately
The Uganda Tourism Board (UTB) ushered in a new era on 16th June 2025 with the official appointment of Ms. Juliana Kagwa as its Chief Executive Officer, effective immediately. The handover ceremony, held at the Uganda Tourism Board headquarters in Kampala, was officiated by board chairperson Ms. Pearl Kakooza, alongside key figures including vice chairperson […]
The Ugandan Embassy in Turkey, in collaboration with the Uganda Tourism Board and the world-renowned Ndere Troupe, hosted a successful tourism and investment roadshow in Mersin, Turkey
In a vibrant display of cultural diplomacy, the Ugandan Embassy in Turkey, in collaboration with the Uganda Tourism Board (UTB) and the world-renowned Ndere Troupe, hosted a successful tourism and investment roadshow in Mersin on June 14th, 2025. The event, which drew significant attention from Turkish tour operators and the Mersin Chamber of Commerce, highlighted […]
A photograph of boats on Musambwa Island taken during the Musambwa Island tour on Lake Victoria in Central Uganda.
Nestled in the serene waters of Lake Victoria, the Musambwa Islands have captivated the world with their extraordinary blend of ecological wonder and cultural heritage. A recently released documentary, funded by the Government of Uganda through the Makerere University Research and Innovations Fund (MakRIF), offers an in-depth look into this mystical archipelago, where over 150,000 […]