Igongo Country Hotel and Cultural Centre, has been named the regions’ most luxurious cultural resort 2024. Initially promoted as a hotel with a museum showcasing the history of the Banyankole people, it quickly became a popular destination for both locals and international tourists. Located near Lake Mburo National Park, Igongo has made a significant impact...Read More
The Uganda Railway played a significant role in the country’s development, connecting communities, providing access to education and facilities, and fostering national consciousness. However, the railway has been largely unused or underused in recent years, with historical artifacts and buildings falling into disrepair. The establishment of the Uganda Railway Museum aims to preserve this cultural...Read More
Uganda’s Vice President, H.E. Jessica Alupo, officially opened the summit, welcoming delegates and emphasizing the country’s commitment to leading the Non-Aligned Movement (NAM) in accordance with its founding principles and promoting the interests of its members in a globalized world. The summit is being held concurrently with the East African Trade and Investment Forum, which...Read More
The Ugandan government has identified tourism as one of its key drivers for economic growth, aiming to increase the economy tenfold from $50 billion to $500 billion by 2040. The Minister of Finance presented the budget for the 2024/2025 financial year, allocating UGX 289.6 billion ($78 billion) to tourism development programs. These funds will support...Read More
The Ministry of Tourism, Wildlife and Antiquities (MTWA) and the Jane Goodall Institute (JGI) formalized a partnership to promote chimpanzee conservation, habitat protection, and sustainable tourism through a Memorandum of Understanding. The partnership builds on MTWA’s previous efforts to upgrade protected areas, develop the National Chimpanzee Conservation Strategy, and collaborate with stakeholders to fundraise for...Read More
Uganda’s First Deputy Prime Minister, Rebecca Kadaga, visited projects undertaken by the Ministry of Tourism, Wildlife and Antiquities (MTWA) in the Busoga sub-region. Accompanied by officials from Jinja district, including the Mayor and City Clerk, she inspected the Uganda Hotel and Tourism Training Institute and the Source of the Nile area. The Deputy Prime Minister...Read More
The Ugandan government has welcomed the return of 39 significant artifacts from the Museum of Archaeology and Anthropology-Cambridge, which were stolen from the country in the 1890s and early 1900s by British colonial administrators and missionaries. The artifacts, including a historic drum from Bunyoro and a collection of sacred twins, are considered priceless treasures that...Read More
A stakeholder event has been organized by the Ministry of Tourism Uganda, to discuss new guidelines for the registration and administration of tourism private sector associations in Uganda. The engagement event will take place in Kampala on June 6, 2024, will bring together representatives from both the private and public sectors, reflecting the collaborative nature of...Read More
Uganda’s Wildlife Authority (UWA) has revised gorilla tracking rates for 2024-2026, increasing the tariff by US$100. The increase is intended to meet conservation and operational demands, including infrastructure development, staff salaries, and equipment maintenance. However, private tour operators have raised concerns about the timing of the announcement, which was made without prior notice and may...Read More
The Uganda Tourism Board (UTB) has appointed Pearl Hoareau Kakooza as its first female chairperson, marking a historic milestone for gender diversity in leadership roles in Uganda. The new Board comprises members with expertise in various sectors, such as civil aviation, finance, wildlife, and hospitality, and is expected to advance the tourism sector. During the...Read More
