Uganda’s rich birdlife takes centre stage this October with Run 4 Birds Kampala 2026, an awareness and fundraising run organised by Avian Conservation Uganda. On 18th October 2026 at Sheraton Gardens Kampala, participants will take to the paths under the powerful theme “Every Step Saves a Crane,” highlighting the urgent need to protect Uganda’s national […]
Entebbe International Airport recorded 169,706 passengers in August 2026, providing another important indicator of activity within Uganda’s aviation and tourism sectors. The passenger figure comes as Uganda continues to strengthen its position as an East African destination for wildlife safaris, gorilla trekking, cultural tourism, business travel, conferences and leisure holidays. As the country’s principal international […]
President Yoweri Museveni officially inaugurated the Kampala Marriott Hotel and Marriott Executive Apartments in Nsambya along Ggaba Road, Kampala, on August 27th, 2026 This dual-branded five-star luxury property is Kampala’s newest major hospitality landmark. Kampala Marriott Hotel is a twin-tower development linked by a skybridge with 181 hotel guestrooms and suites including a Presidential Suite […]
Arua City in Uganda’s West Nile region lit up with excitement this past week as tourism leaders, government officials, local cyclists, and community representatives gathered for the official launch of Race the Nile Uganda Ultra 2026. This groundbreaking event marks the first self-supported gravel ultra-endurance cycling race through one of Africa’s least-explored frontiers. From 23rd […]
Uganda is making headlines in the global specialty coffee scene. The East African country has been officially selected as the Portrait Country for the prestigious World of Coffee Brussels 2026, Europe’s largest specialty coffee trade event. This recognition puts Uganda’s world-class coffee beverage in the spotlight and offers exciting opportunities for travelers seeking authentic, immersive […]
Uganda’s vibrant agricultural heritage takes center stage once again with the 32nd National Agricultural Show, scheduled for June 26th to July 5th, 2026, at the Jinja Agricultural Showgrounds. Immediately following is the 5th National Agricultural Education Show from July 6th to 11th, 2026. Organized by the Uganda National Farmers Federation (UNFFE), the Ministry of Agriculture, […]
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 […]