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 […]
Uganda’s most photographed landmark just got tastier. Jikoni Equator restaurant has officially opened its doors at the Uganda Equator crossing point in Kayabwe, offering travellers a delicious taste of authentic Ugandan hospitality right where the Northern and Southern hemispheres meet. Located along the busy Kampala-Masaka highway, the new Jikoni Equator restaurant near the Uganda Equator […]
Uganda’s annual celebration of diversity and resilience returns with the 11th edition of the Karamoja Cultural Event, scheduled for 6th to 12th September 2026 in Moroto in the Karamoja sub-region in Northeastern Uganda. Organised under the theme “Unity in Culture, Strength in Peace, Prosperity through Tourism and Natural Resources,” the festival promises an unforgettable immersion […]
Jinja City, Uganda’s adventure capital and home to the Source of the Nile, is set to elevate its hospitality game significantly. MMP Enterprises Limited has officially commenced construction of the city’s first five-star hotel on Bridge Street. Scheduled to feature approximately 100 luxurious rooms, the new property will include swimming pools, multiple restaurants, event spaces, […]
Mbarara, the bustling capital of Western Uganda, is stepping into the spotlight with the official launch of the Western Uganda Film Association, Festival, and Savings and Credit Cooperative Organization (SACCO). The milestone event, hosted at Lasvegas Garden Hotel, was spearheaded by Amb. Rosa Malango, Uganda’s Special Presidential Envoy for Tourism & Trade. The launch featured […]
Uganda’s tourism and sports scene is heating up as the Tusker Lite Rwenzori Marathon 2026 team takes its message across the border. Just weeks after the Kili International Marathon wrapped up in Moshi, Tanzania (22nd March 2026), the Ugandan squad was on the ground engaging runners and promoting one of East Africa’s most breathtaking races. […]
Uganda continues to strengthen its position as one of Africa’s most compelling travel destinations. In April 2026, Uganda welcomed a high-level delegation of Canadian tour operators, travel designers, and media professionals for an exclusive familiarisation trip. This strategic visit highlights Uganda’s growing appeal to high-value travellers from North America. A Strategic Journey Beyond the Ordinary […]
Travellers arriving at Entebbe International Airport now have a stylish new reason to look forward to layovers. The Karibuni Lounge officially opened in mid-2025 and is already being hailed as one of Uganda’s most welcoming airport experiences. Shared by Ugandan youth councillor and employment agency owner Benon Kasagga under his popular Golden Posts series, the […]
The Ministry of Tourism, Wildlife and Antiquities in Uganda has officially kicked off the Explore Ankole campaign, shining a spotlight on Western Uganda’s rich cultural heritage, stunning landscapes, and sporting spirit. On 10th March 2026, dignitaries, tourism stakeholders and travel enthusiasts gathered at Fairway Hotel Kampala for the grand launch. The event buzzed with excitement […]
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 […]