Uganda is preparing to welcome cyclists from across the country and the wider East African region for the Tembea Cycling Tour 2026, a regional road cycling event scheduled for 1st November 2026. Organised by Tembea Safaris in collaboration with partners including the Uganda Tourism Board and Uganda Cycling Association, the event is designed to bring […]
Finance Minister Hon. Henry Musasizi has called for deliberate, coordinated action to unlock Uganda’s full tourism potential and sharply increase the sector’s contribution to the national economy. Speaking while officiating at the 4th Annual Tourism Development Programme Review Conference at Imperial Royale Hotel in Kampala, the Finance Minister announced that the Government is targeting US$5 […]
On 2nd October 2026, the shores of Masese Fish Landing Site in Jinja City came alive with purposeful energy as the Jinja City Lake Victoria Youth Ambassadors hosted the Save Lake Victoria 2nd Activations. Running from 8am to 5pm under the powerful theme “Every Shore A Legacy • Every Youth A Steward”, the event brought […]
Jinja City is not just another stop on a Uganda itinerary, the city is East Africa’s adventure capital. Sitting at the exact point where Lake Victoria becomes the River Nile, this lively Uganda town offers Grade 5 white-water rafting, bungee jumping over the river, sunset cruises, and peaceful riverside lodges. What makes a day or […]
Jinja City is more than another stop on a Uganda itinerary. Located on the northern shores of Lake Victoria at the beginning of the River Nile, this energetic city has developed into one of Uganda’s leading destinations for adventure, relaxation and riverside experiences. From Grade 5 white-water rafting and bungee jumping to sunset cruises, quad […]
Uganda is set to take part in the 5th Edition of Africa Vegan Restaurant Week, a continental food and hospitality campaign bringing together hotels, restaurants and food businesses from 17 African countries from 21st to 27th September 2026. The week-long initiative provides an opportunity for hospitality businesses to showcase vegan and plant-based dishes while connecting […]
Uganda’s young creatives took centre stage as Nordic diplomatic missions and Ugandan partners gathered in Kampala City for the Nordic-Uganda Partnership Day 2026, an initiative highlighting the role of youth, culture, creativity and collaboration in shaping new opportunities for Uganda’s economy and society. Held on 10th September 2026, the event was organised by the Embassies […]
The official commissioning of the Kayoola Electric Buses on 28th August 2026 marks a meaningful advance for sustainable urban mobility in Uganda. Fifteen 42-passenger Kayoola 7M EVS buses, developed by Kiira Motors Corporation and operated by E-Bus Xpress, are now serving three key corridors linking Kira Municipality with Ntinda and the wider Kampala metropolitan area. […]
Uganda’s public transport is taking a major green leap forward. On 28th August 2026, E-Bus Xpress Kiira Ltd (EBX), in partnership with Kiira Motors Corporation, officially began deploying 15 locally manufactured Kayoola Electric Buses on three new feeder routes serving Kira Municipality and the wider Kampala metropolitan area. These zero-emission, air-conditioned buses offer scheduled services, […]
REDi Mbarara 2026: Unlock Tourism & Investment Opportunities in Western Uganda’s Rising Economic Hub
Western Uganda is gearing up for a major spotlight on growth. The REDi Mbarara 2026, Real Estate Development & Investment Summit, also known as the Ankole Real Estate & Infrastructure Conference, takes place on 21st August 2026 at the prestigious Igongo Country Hotel in Mbarara. Organised in partnership with NCBA and Knight Frank, the one-day […]