Exciting news for travelers exploring Uganda! On 10th July 2026, the Government of Uganda signed a major contract in Tokyo for the construction of the New Karuma Bridge. This vital project will replace the aging 1963 structure over the Victoria Nile and significantly improve road travel along the Kampala-Gulu highway. The agreement was signed by […]
The Busoga sub-region of eastern Uganda is undergoing a quiet but significant agricultural transformation. Long dominated by sugarcane, farmers and local leaders are increasingly turning to high-value perennial crops, coffee and cocoa, that promise better returns, stronger export potential, and greater resilience for smallholder communities. This shift takes centre stage at the inaugural Busoga Coffee […]
In an era when travellers increasingly seek meaningful connections over checklist experiences, East Africa is poised to redefine the tourism narrative. The East African region’s greatest treasures have never been confined solely to its landscapes, wildlife or crater lakes. They live in its people, traditions, languages, music, stories and communal practices. From 29th to 31st […]
Kampala is set to host a major regional gathering focused on industrial growth and innovation. The 3rd Annual Regional Industrialization Conference 2026 will take place on 18th-19th August 2026 at the prestigious Kampala Serena Hotel. Under the theme “Unlocking Industrial Competitiveness through Innovation and Regional Value Chain Integration,” the conference brings together policymakers, investors, industry […]
On Thursday, 30th July 2026, organisers proudly unveiled the 3rd edition of the Gulu City Marathon at the Sheraton Kampala Hotel. The media launch marked the official countdown to an unforgettable celebration of resilience, community spirit and athletic excellence set for Saturday, 5th December 2026 in Gulu City, northern Uganda. Under the inspiring theme “Running […]
Kampala recently hosted a landmark celebration of Uganda’s musical soul. On 31st July 2026, the gardens of the Sheraton Kampala Hotel came alive with the inaugural Ataakulaba Akunyooma Heritage Music Concert, an event dedicated to the timeless Kadongo Kamu tradition. Kadongo Kamu, literally meaning “one little guitar,” is Uganda’s oldest mainstream music genre. Rooted in […]
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 […]
Uganda has introduced a bold nationwide programme that is reshaping public spaces and offering long-term benefits for both residents and visitors. Known as the National Cleaning Days (or National Cleaning Day) initiative, the campaign requires citizens across the country to dedicate three hours on the last Saturday of every month to community cleaning. The first […]
Ugandan travellers can now book domestic and international flights directly from their mobile phones and pay entirely with mobile money, no international credit or debit card required. MTN Mobile Money (U) Limited, in partnership with local travel management company Next Travel, has officially launched a digital travel booking platform called Travel by MoMo. The new […]
Uganda’s beauty is legendary from the ground, lush hills, wildlife-rich parks and the shimmering expanse of Lake Victoria. But nothing compares to seeing the Pearl of Africa from the sky. Kampala Executive Aviation (KEA) is currently offering special summer wrap-up scenic flights departing from Entebbe, giving travellers, families and groups an unforgettable bird’s-eye perspective of […]