The national premiere of the highly anticipated documentary “Back to the Source: The Nile” took place at Mestil Hotel & Residences in Kampala, marking a proud homecoming for this Ugandan cinematic gem. The film, which traces the River Nile from its source in Uganda, follows the personal journey of a Ugandan diplomat confronting her lifelong […]
Mestil Hotel & Residences, perched on Nsambya Hill with stunning views of the city skyline, recently played host to the high-profile PAMOJA 27 Workshop for the Local Organising Committee and CAF Media (Confederation of African Football). The two-day event in the elegant Bunyonyi Ballroom brought together key stakeholders from Uganda, Kenya, and Tanzania to review […]
Uganda has taken a significant step in the fight against wildlife crime, as the Uganda Wildlife Authority (UWA), working closely with the Uganda Police Force, successfully intercepted a major ivory trafficking operation. In an intelligence-led mission carried out in Bukedea District, authorities arrested five suspects found in possession of 106 kilograms of elephant ivory. This […]
Uganda’s tourism sector is celebrating a major victory. Amos Wekesa, Founder and CEO of Great Lakes Safaris, has been awarded the African Cultural & Eco-Tourism Award at the 2026 African Heritage Awards. The award recognises Wekesa’s outstanding leadership in promoting Uganda’s wildlife, rich culture, and sustainable tourism practices. Through Great Lakes Safaris, he has consistently […]
The Uganda Civil Aviation Authority (UCAA) has taken another important step toward strengthening aviation safety by engaging the Buwaya fishing community in a wildlife hazard management sensitization meeting. Held at St. Luke Church in Ssazi on Thursday, March 26th, 2026, the meeting focused on raising awareness about wildlife-related risks near Entebbe International Airport, Uganda’s primary […]
Uganda’s national carrier, Uganda Airlines, is set for a major transformation after securing $113 million in government funding to expand its fleet with 10 new aircraft. This strategic investment comes at a time when disruptions affecting major Middle Eastern carriers like Qatar Airways and Emirates are reshaping global travel patterns, creating new opportunities for African […]
Fort Portal City, a key gateway to Uganda’s tourism attractions including Kibale National Park and the Rwenzori Mountains, is currently hosting an important capacity-building initiative for the hospitality sector. The Quality Assurance team is conducting a comprehensive training session for hoteliers focused on the updated East African Community (EAC) grading and classification criteria, together with […]
Air Tanzania, proudly known as the “Wings of Kilimanjaro”, has achieved a significant milestone by earning certification under the Tanzania Tourism Sector Safety and Protection (TTSSP) framework. This certification reinforces Tanzania’s ongoing efforts to deliver safer and well-regulated tourism services to international visitors. The Tanzania Tourism Sector Safety and Protection (TTSSP) certification highlights Air Tanzania’s […]
Travellers planning park tours from Kampala or Entebbe just got a major upgrade. Tanzania officially unveiled the New MV Mwanza on 10th March 2026 at Mwanza port, a brand-new 92.6-metre Ro-Pax vessel built locally in Tanzania after eight years of construction. This modern ferry is set to transform Lake Victoria travel between Tanzania, Uganda, and […]
Miss Tourism Uganda has officially kicked off the Explore Ankole campaign, a fresh government-backed initiative designed to put southwestern Uganda’s Ankole region firmly on the travel map. Launched on 10th March 2026, the campaign celebrates Ankole as the true “Land of Milk and Honey”, a title earned from its abundant dairy production and wild honey […]