Tourism Policy Uganda Archives

Nurturing the Beating Heart of Tourism: Why Uganda Must Support Its Private Sector and Startups

By Asiimwe Arnold Kaka My reflections on this issue come from a place of experience — an encounter with an overzealous tourism enforcement officer that left me questioning how we treat those

October 30, 2025

Business & Markets·Thought Leadership

Samora Matchel Ssemakula, Quality Assurance Manager, Uganda Tourism Board.

Q&A: Why Only 126 of Uganda’s 2,600 Hotels Are Graded — and Why It Puts the Country’s Tourism Reputation at Risk

Hotel grading is a vital benchmark in international tourism, offering travellers assurance on service quality, comfort, and safety. In Uganda, however, the subject has sparked debate as progress appears slow despite the

October 17, 2025

Business & Markets·CEO Perspectives