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 proudly debuted as the sole African nation participating in the prestigious Turkmen Travel Expo 2026, marking a significant milestone in the country’s tourism diplomacy and global outreach. Led by Ambassador Twaha Matata, the Ugandan delegation showcased the best of the Pearl of Africa through a dedicated pavilion at the expo in Ashgabat. Key […]
Uganda continues to enhance its eco-tourism offerings with the launch of the Kibale Canopy Walk in the Sebitoli sector of Kibale National Park. This exciting new attraction gives visitors a unique bird’s-eye view of the rainforest, allowing them to experience the upper canopy layer instead of only the forest floor. Located in the northern part […]
The much-anticipated Mbarara City Marathon has been officially cancelled, with organizers citing a combination of safety concerns, regulatory directives, and unforeseen environmental conditions that made it impossible to proceed. In a statement released to runners, partners, sponsors, media, and the public, the organizing team expressed deep regret over the disruption, acknowledging the disappointment experienced by […]
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 […]
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 […]
Ugandan safari operator Amos Wekesa recently visited the government-owned Kigali Golf Resort in Rwanda and returned with a powerful message for Uganda’s tourism industry: golf and wildlife can be the perfect partnership. While exploring the resort’s world-class 18-hole course, tennis courts, swimming pools, and restaurants, Wekesa noticed something striking, dozens of foreign golfers were not […]