The Kanyamahene Batwa Model Village has been launched in Kisoro District, marking progress in inclusive conservation and community welfare. Supported by the Bwindi Mgahinga Conservation Trust (BMCT) initiatives, the village provides housing, water, land, and essentials to 8 Batwa families, aiding their resettlement after displacement. BMCT has also secured land for 303 households, built houses,...Read More
Uganda will host its first Rhino Naming Ceremony on September 22, 2025, at Ziwa Rhino Sanctuary in Nakasongola. Led by President Museveni, the event celebrates the ongoing $11 million Name A Rhino Campaign, which funds rhino conservation, habitat expansion, and anti-poaching efforts. The ceremony offers individuals and organizations the chance to “adopt” and name rhino...Read More
Uganda will host the 2025 11th UNESCO Africa Engineering Week and Conference from September 14-20 at Speke Resort, Munyonyo. The event will focus on “Leveraging Engineering Innovations and Technology to Accelerate Africa’s Socio-Economic Transformation,” bringing engineers, policymakers, and stakeholders together to share knowledge, showcase advancements, and address engineering challenges. The week promotes the engineering profession’s...Read More
Uganda’s Ministry of Tourism has rebranded the Uganda Hotel and Tourism Training Institute (UHTTI) in Jinja to Hotel Tourism Training College (HTTC), aligning with a new Technical Vocational Education and Training (TVET) framework law to enhance practical skills. The change, announced during an August 8 ceremony, aims to unify vocational training under the updated curriculum,...Read More
Uganda’s Ministry of Tourism, Uganda Tourism Board, Uganda Wildlife Authority, and Uganda Airlines announced UGX 800 million in support for the Rwenzori marathon 2025, scheduled for August 23 in Kasese. The marathon offers 42km, 21km, and 5km races for all levels and promotes exploring the Rwenzori region’s parks, lakes, and cultural sites. Officials highlighted the...Read More
Uganda’s hoteliers celebrated the Uganda hotel owners association – 25th anniversary, during the annual Hospitality Expo held at Hotel Africana in Kampala from August 1-3, 2025. The three-day event, supported by key institutions like the Uganda Tourism Board and Uganda Wildlife Authority, aimed to inspire new investments, support industry growth, and position Uganda as a...Read More
The 8th Edition of the Great African Cycling Safari (GACS) was officially launched in Kampala, Uganda, with Uganda Tourism Board CEO flagging off the 55-day, 6,000-kilometer journey across Uganda, Rwanda, Burundi, Tanzania, and Kenya. The event, organized by the Pan African Federalist Movement in partnership with the EAC, promotes peace, regional integration, environmental conservation, and...Read More
The Uganda Tourism Board (UTB) Board of Directors and Management team have convened a strategic retreat to strengthen Uganda’s tourism sector. The retreat includes guided visits to key tourism sites and hospitality establishments around Mbale, aimed at gaining deeper insights into the region’s natural beauty, cultural heritage, and tourism infrastructure. A significant part of the...Read More
The Annual Hospitality Expo 2025, is scheduled for August 1-3 at Hotel Africana in Kampala, under the theme “Innovation, Investment & Sustainability in Hospitality.” The event will gather key stakeholders from the hospitality, tourism, and service sectors for three days of exhibitions, panel discussions, networking, and business development. The Expo will be officially opened by...Read More
During the 2nd UN Tourism and ICAO Ministerial Conference in Africa, Uganda’s delegation, led by the Minister of Tourism, Wildlife, and Antiquities, held a bilateral meeting with Angola’s Minister of Tourism, Hon. Marcio Daniel. The meeting focused on strengthening collaboration in tourism development, knowledge exchange, and regional cooperation. Both ministers recognized the importance of building...Read More
