In a significant move for sustainable conservation, the Uganda Wildlife Authority (UWA) disbursed UGX 2.17 billion (approximately $580,000 USD) to communities neighboring the Bwindi-Mgahinga Conservation Area on June 19th, 2025. The funds, generated from gorilla tourism revenue, are earmarked to support schools, health centers, water access, and local livelihoods in the districts of Kanungu, Kisoro, […]
Nestled along the serene shores of Lake Victoria, Speke Resort Munyonyo in Kampala, Uganda, set the stage for a historic gathering from June 17th to 19th, 2025. The 15th International Federation of Air Traffic Safety Electronics Associations (IFATSEA) Africa Regional Meeting brought together aviation experts, engineers, and policymakers from across the continent to chart the […]
On May 18th, 2025, Uganda Airlines etched its name in aviation history, touching down at London Gatwick Airport at precisely 17:01 hours, marking its first-ever landing on the United Kingdom’s soil. This inaugural flight from Entebbe International Airport to London Gatwick reintroduces a direct air link between Uganda and the United Kingdom, absent for nearly […]
In a significant move, the Ministry of Works and Transport in Uganda has announced the temporary suspension of the Express Penalty System (EPS Auto) from June 12th, 2025, to July 12th, 2025. This decision follows widespread concerns from motorists, transport operators, and legal experts regarding the system’s implementation and fairness. Why Was Express Penalty System […]
In a remarkable achievement that underscores its commitment to excellence and innovation, Uganda Airlines has once again been awarded the prestigious ch-aviation Africa’s Youngest Aircraft Fleet Award for the fifth consecutive year in 2025. This accolade is a testament to the airline’s dedication to maintaining a modern and efficient fleet, setting a high standard in […]
Uganda government has suspended mandatory COVID-19 testing on arrival at entry ports, in line with East African Community (EAC) member states. Individuals transiting through Entebbe International Airport, Uganda’s major international airport and all ports of entry in line with the position taken by the East Africa Community are no longer required to be tested. This […]
Uganda hope that the sub sector will soon recover lost grounds from the impact of the pandemic as it generated UGX 6 billion (USD 2 million) in the first three months of 2021 receiving 16.8% visitors to tourist sites, despite devastating blows to the tourism sector inflicted by the coronavirus pandemic. According to eturbonews.com, the […]
As of 01 October 2020, Uganda re-opened its boarders and the Entebbe Airport for international visitors. With the Coronavirus pandemic swaying through various countries this year, tourism has become an almost dreaded activity with travel stringent restrictions instated at major airports. Few days into the reopening of the East Africa country, Forbes Travel Guide, an […]
Uganda national flag carrier, Uganda Airlines will resume flights from its main hub in Entebbe, ending of the lock-down and its opening for leisure travelers to the East African country as Thursday 01st October 2020. These resumptions follow a decision by the Government of Uganda to reopen Entebbe International Airport (the country’s main airport) to […]