Uganda’s tourism sector is experiencing a robust recovery, with 2024 recording 1.37 million tourist arrivals and USD 1.28 billion in revenue, a 26% increase from the previous year, according to the Ministry of Tourism, Wildlife, and Antiquities (MTWA). The “Explore Uganda – The Pearl of Africa” campaign, coupled with infrastructure investments and a focus on […]
In a significant move to elevate Uganda’s tourism sector, the Uganda Tourism Board (UTB) Chief Executive Officer, Ms. Juliana Kagwa, recently held a strategic meeting in Kampala with the Board of the Uganda Tourism Association (UTA) to reinforce partnerships and enhance synergy across the industry. The discussions, which took place in a collaborative atmosphere marked […]
Uganda’s rhino population, once thriving with both Black Rhinoceros (Diceros bicornis michaeli) and Northern White Rhinoceros (Ceratotherium simum cottoni), faced a tragic decline due to poaching, armed conflict, and habitat loss during the 1970s and 1980s. By 1982, these iconic species were completely wiped out in the wild, marking a dark chapter in the country’s […]
Kampala is gearing up for an unforgettable celebration as the Kampala City Festival 2025 officially launches, promising to be bigger, bolder, and more inspiring than ever before! Set to take place under the vibrant theme “Celebrating Kampala – Culture, Innovation and Sustainability”, this year’s festival is a dynamic showcase of the city’s spirit, creativity, and […]
A delegation from Uganda’s Ministry of Tourism, Wildlife and Antiquities (MTWA) and Uganda Wildlife Authority (UWA), led by Hon. Bahinduka Mugarra Martin, is making waves with a benchmarking trip to South Africa. The mission focuses on enhancing lion conservation strategies, mitigating human-wildlife conflicts, and developing sustainable business models around conservation areas, efforts that could transform […]
The Uganda Tourism Board (UTB) recently wrapped up a transformative retreat in Eastern Uganda spotlighting the region’s tourism potential with a focus on Sipi Falls. Held in Kapchorwa, the retreat brought together the Uganda Tourism Board (UTB) Board of Directors and Management to foster internal collaboration, engage local stakeholders, and position Eastern Uganda as a […]
The Uganda Tourism Board (UTB), Uganda state-run destination marketing agency has reaffirmed its commitment to boosting Jinja tourism and the country’s tourism sector with a recent visit to the Uganda Hotel and Tourism Training Institute (UHTTI) in Jinja. The Jinja visit, conducted on July 29, 2025 by team from Uganda Tourism Board, aimed to evaluate […]
Nestled along the banks of the Nile River, Jinja City in Uganda, has long been celebrated as the “Adventure Capital of East Africa.” From the adrenaline-pumping thrills of white-water rafting and bungee jumping to the serene beauty of sunset cruises and the vibrant Nyege Nyege Festival, Jinja is a gem in Uganda’s tourism crown. Beyond […]
As the clock ticks toward October 2025, the Kabalega Foundation is set to host Kabalega Independence Week 2025, a vibrant celebration honoring the legacy of Omukama Cwa II Kabalega, the 19th-century Bunyoro king renowned for his resistance against British colonial rule. Scheduled from October 2nd to 4th in Hoima City, this week-long event promises a […]
Nestled at the foot of the majestic Rwenzori Mountains, Fort Portal Tourism City is not just Uganda’s crown jewel of natural beauty and cultural heritage, it is now poised to become a beacon of digital innovation. In a groundbreaking move, the Tooro Kingdom has signed a five-year Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with Maarifasasa Limited to […]