Uganda is emphasizing medicinal and aromatic plants as a key part of its conservation and economic strategy for World Wildlife Day 2026, themed “Medicinal and Aromatic Plants: Conserving Health, Heritage and Livelihoods.” The country aims to tap into the global market for plant-based medicinal products while ensuring sustainable harvesting and integrating these resources into wellness...Read More
The Ministry of Tourism, Wildlife and Antiquities conducted a two-day training workshop in Jinja City to improve health, safety, and service standards among street food vendors. The initiative aims to strengthen this important segment of the tourism value chain and protect Jinja’s reputation as a leading tourist destination. Speaking at the workshop, Principal Tourism Officer...Read More
The Ministry of Tourism, Wildlife and Antiquities will host Canadian tour operators, travel agents, and media influencers for a familiarization (FAM) tour from April 9–18, 2026, to strengthen Uganda’s presence in the North American market. The initiative, endorsed during a stakeholders’ meeting led by Commissioner Vivian Lyazi and proposed by Uganda’s Ambassador to Canada, H.E....Read More
Uganda has officially launched the National Tourism Policy 2025, a strategic framework aimed at enhancing competitiveness, building resilience, and positioning the country among Africa’s top five tourist destinations. Minister of Tourism Tom Butime described it as a turning point for the sector, aligning with Vision 2040, the National Development Plan IV, and the Ten-Fold Growth...Read More
Uganda’s tourism and hospitality sector is a key driver of economic growth and employment but faces a skills gap that affects service quality and global competitiveness. To address this, the government, through the Ministry of Tourism, Wildlife and Antiquities and the Ministry of Gender, Labour, and Social Development, has launched the National Apprenticeship Programme. Aligned...Read More
The MD of Nation Media Group, Ms. Suzan Nsibirwa, visited Uganda Tourism Board (UTB) CEO, Ms. Juliana Kagwa, to discuss collaboration. They focused on leveraging media platforms to promote Uganda’s attractions, strengthen destination marketing, and develop tourism journalism. Key discussion points included tourism content development, destination marketing, and promoting specialized tourism journalism. Ms. Kagwa emphasized...Read More
The 2025 Tusker Lite Mt. Rwenzori Marathon held on August 23rd in Kasese District drew over 3,500 runners from 56 countries, marking a significant milestone in Uganda’s sports tourism. The main 42km race started at the Equator Monument in Kikorongo, within Queen Elizabeth National Park, offering runners a chance to experience some of Africa’s most...Read More
Free public Wi-Fi was launched in Kikorongo in Queen Elizabeth National Park, Kasese District, with the initiative by NITA-U, UWA, and UTB aimed at enhancing visitor experience and promoting digital connectivity. Currently available at three strategic sites along the Kasese-Fort Portal Road: the Kikorongo Equator, Kasese Main Street, and the Stanley, Margherita and Rwenzori Roads,...Read More
Uganda is set to Host 6th Bi-Annual Private Sector CEO Retreat, Highlighting Tourism’s Role in Economic Growth. Under the theme “Transforming Uganda into a Preferred Tourism Destination,” the retreat, running from September 9-11, 2025, in Fort Portal, will be hosted by the Ministry of Tourism, Wildlife and Antiquities and the Presidential CEO Forum, and will...Read More
The Uganda-Kenya Coast Tourism Conference, Exhibition, and Fam Trip was launched, & scheduled for October 27-29, 2025, at Ocean Beach Resort, Malindi. Under the theme “Leveraging Youth, Innovation & Technology,” the event aims to promote inclusive tourism through youth-driven innovation. Attended by Kilifi Governor Mung’aro, tourism stakeholders, and Ugandan Ambassador Akothee, the focus is on...Read More
