Uganda, in partnership with the East African Community (EAC), has begun training the second cohort of East African Community (EAC) Hotel Assessors at the Hotel and Tourism Training College in Jinja City located in Eastern Uganda.
The programme, which runs until 4th December, brings together 30 professionals drawn from tourism, hospitality, architecture, public health, environmental management and other technical fields.
Participants will combine classroom learning with practical field assessments to develop the skills needed to evaluate accommodation establishments against the East African Community Classification Criteria.
This initiative expands Uganda’s pool of qualified assessors and strengthens national capacity for hotel grading, classification and compliance monitoring.
By equipping more experts to uphold recognised regional standards, the training programme helps accommodation providers maintain high levels of quality and safety.
In turn, this gives visitors greater confidence in the standards of hotels, lodges and other places to stay across the country, a key factor in building trust and enhancing the overall visitor experience.
Why This Matters for Tourism and Hospitality
Consistent, transparent classification systems are essential for a competitive and responsible tourism sector.
As Uganda continues to attract both regional and international travellers, well-trained assessors play a vital role in ensuring that accommodation meets clear benchmarks for safety, service, facilities and environmental management.
This not only supports industry professionalism but also reinforces Uganda’s reputation as a reliable and high-quality destination.
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About the East African Community (EAC)
The East African Community (EAC) is a regional intergovernmental organisation that promotes economic integration, cooperation and sustainable development among its partner states.
Comprising countries including Uganda, Kenya, Tanzania, Rwanda, Burundi, South Sudan, the Democratic Republic of the Congo and Somalia, the East African Community (EAC) works to strengthen trade, improve transport connections and facilitate the movement of people and goods across the region.
For tourism, the community provides opportunities to develop cross-border safari circuits, promote shared cultural heritage, attract international visitors and encourage regional travel.
Through collaboration in destination marketing, infrastructure development and conservation, the East African Community (EAC) contributes to positioning East Africa as a diverse and attractive destination for wildlife safaris, adventure, cultural experiences and responsible tourism.
Frequently Asked Questions – FAQs
What is the East African Community (EAC) Hotel Assessors training programme?
This is a specialised training initiative run jointly with the East African Community to equip professionals with the skills to assess hotels and accommodation against regional classification criteria.
Where and when is the second cohort being trained?
The training is taking place at the Hotel and Tourism Training College in Jinja City and runs until 4th December.
How many people are participating?
Thirty professionals from tourism, hospitality, architecture, public health, environmental management and related technical fields.
What is the main goal of the training programme?
To expand Uganda’s pool of qualified assessors, strengthen hotel grading and classification capacity, and improve compliance monitoring so that accommodation providers uphold recognised standards.
How does this benefit travellers?
This training programme increases confidence in the safety, quality and consistency of accommodation options across Uganda.
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