Uganda is making its mark on the global tourism stage. In early October 2026, the Uganda Tourism Board (UTB) sent a delegation to the World Travel & Tourism Council (WTTC) Global Summit in Valletta, Malta, marking an important milestone as the country’s first participation since joining the World Travel & Tourism Council (WTTC) as a […]
Uganda is actively positioning itself as a premier regional destination. The Uganda Tourism Board (UTB), in partnership with the Embassy of Uganda in Kinshasa and Ugandan businesses, recently participated in the 12th edition of ExpoBéton RDC (République Démocratique du Congo) in Kinshasa from 7th to 10th October 2026. Held under the theme “Kinshasa, Locomotive of […]
In a strategic push to elevate Uganda’s profile on the global sports and tourism stage, the Tusker Lite Rwenzori Marathon has partnered with the Ugandan Embassy in Washington to exhibit at the Bank of America Chicago Marathon expo from 8th-10th October 2026. Organisers, led by co-founder Amos Wekesa, used the high-profile event to showcase one […]
Ugandan culinary talent has shone on the global stage. Paul Terran Lugobe, a student at the Hotel and Tourism Training College (HTTC) in Jinja City, has been awarded a Medal of Excellence in Culinary Arts at the 48th WorldSkills Competition held in Shanghai, China, from 22nd to 27th September 2026. The Medal of Excellence recognises […]
Kibale Chimpanzee Trekking is one of Uganda’s most popular primate experiences, taking travellers into the lush forests of Kibale National Park in western Uganda. Known for its remarkable concentration of primates, Kibale Forest in Kibale National Park offers visitors the opportunity to explore a tropical forest environment while searching for wild chimpanzees. The experience combines […]
The Kazinga Channel Boat Cruise is one of the most rewarding wildlife experiences in Queen Elizabeth National Park, offering travellers an opportunity to explore Uganda’s wildlife from the water. The Kazinga Channel connects Lake George and Lake Edward and provides an exceptional setting for wildlife viewing, birdwatching, photography and scenic sightseeing in Queen Elizabeth National […]
Known as the Pearl of Africa, Uganda offers an extraordinary combination of savannah wildlife, tropical forests, mountain landscapes, rivers and lakes. Travellers can track mountain gorillas in Bwindi Impenetrable National Park, search for chimpanzees in Kibale National Park, watch elephants and lions on game drives, and explore Uganda’s waterways on unforgettable boat safaris. Among the […]
Kenya’s leading low-cost carrier Jambojet is set to resume daily flights between Entebbe and Nairobi on 1st October 2026, ending a six-year break caused by the COVID-19 pandemic. One-way fares start from approximately USD 170, offering travellers a more affordable option on one of East Africa’s busiest short-haul corridors. The new service strengthens regional connectivity […]
Tourism stakeholders in Uganda and Kenya are calling attention to the rising cost of regional travel, particularly airfares between the two neighbouring countries, as both destinations seek to increase cross-border tourism and promote multi-destination travel. The issue came into focus during preparations for the 5th Uganda-Kenya Coast Tourism and Innovation Summit, scheduled for October 26th […]
A vibrant new addition now graces Kampala’s skyline. The Kampala Marriott Hotel and Marriott Executive Apartments officially opened in late August 2026 in Nsambya along Ggaba Road in Kampala, Central Uganda, marking the debut of Marriott’s flagship Hotels and Executive Apartments brands in Uganda. The dual-branded property features twin towers linked by a skybridge, 181 […]