Café Shires, the celebrated casual dining and pastry brand that built a strong following in Tororo Town, has officially opened its doors in Jinja City located in Eastern Uganda. The new flagship branch is conveniently located next to Total Energies Jinja on Nalufenya Road and is poised to elevate Jinja city’s growing food and hospitality […]
A vibrant new addition now graces Kampala’s skyline. The Kampala Marriott Hotel and Marriott Executive Apartments officially opened in late August 2026 in Nsambya along Ggaba Road in Kampala, Central Uganda, marking the debut of Marriott’s flagship Hotels and Executive Apartments brands in Uganda. The dual-branded property features twin towers linked by a skybridge, 181 […]
Uganda is gearing up for one of its most important agricultural gatherings of the year. The Uganda Poultry Show 2026, organised by the Poultry Association of Uganda (PAU), takes place from 11th to 13th September 2026 at the UMA Multipurpose Hall (Uganda Manufacturers Association) in Lugogo, Kampala. Under the theme “Celebrating Eggs & Poultry Meat”, […]
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 […]
Scattered across the northwestern reaches of Lake Victoria in Uganda’s Kalangala District lies one of East Africa’s most underrated treasures, the Ssese Islands. This archipelago of roughly 84 islands (about 43 of them inhabited) offers a perfect blend of golden beaches, fishing villages, palm-fringed shores, forest walks and serene waters ideal for Ssese Islands island […]
Over the weekend, the waters of Nalubaale (Lake Victoria) at Bunjako Beach in Mawokota County came alive with the revival of one of Buganda’s oldest sporting traditions. The Buganda Kingdom staged its annual coronation regatta, known as Amaato ga Kabaka, bringing together teams from various counties in competitive canoe racing. Essaza Mawokota emerged as overall […]
The southern sector of Bwindi Impenetrable National Park in Rushaga recently hosted a high-profile visit that highlighted Uganda’s world-class tourism offering. Uganda’s Deputy Speaker of Parliament, Rt. Hon. Thomas Tayebwa, and the Speaker of the Parliament of the Czech Republic, Rt. Hon. Tomio Okamura, shared an unforgettable gorilla trekking experience in the lush, ancient rainforest. […]
The planet’s largest freshwater lakes are natural wonders of astonishing scale. These vast inland seas hold thousands of cubic kilometres of water, support unique ecosystems, shape regional climates and offer some of the most rewarding travel experiences on Earth. Whether you are drawn to remote wilderness, tropical beaches, wildlife or cultural encounters, these lakes deliver […]
Britam Uganda has reaffirmed its multi-year partnership with the Tusker Lite Rwenzori Marathon for the fifth edition, scheduled for 22nd August 2026 in Kasese. The collaboration now goes beyond traditional sponsorship to emphasise practical wellness support for runners and travel protection for participants, aligning closely with the event’s growing status as Uganda’s first World Athletics […]
In a constructive high-level meeting at the Parliament of Uganda, stakeholders have agreed to host a national Tourism Week in February 2027. The session was chaired by Deputy Speaker of Parliament Hon. Thomas Tayebwa and brought together key voices from both government and the tourism private sector. Prominent attendees included former Speaker Hon. Rebecca Kadaga […]