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…
In his first 100 days at the helm of marketing the Uganda Tourism Board, Francis Nyende has injected new energy, strategy, and partnerships into the “Explore Uganda” brand. With landmark…
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…
In this wide-ranging interview with CEO East Africa Magazine, Jean Byamugisha, the Executive Director of the Uganda Hotel Owners Association (UHOA), offers an insider’s perspective on why uptake remains low,…
Uganda wants to double its tourism revenues, raise annual visitor arrivals to 1.9 million by 2026, and grow the sector’s contribution to GDP to 10% by 2040. But beneath these…
If you have your mobile phone or laptop, reach out to it and simply Google Uganda, interesting images you will land on. Refresh and make another search on Rwanda, and lastly, South Africa. This then gets me to ask, who handles Uganda’s publicity, and who is shaping the narrative that we would want the rest of the world to know about Uganda? Deemed as the Pearl of Africa, which can easily be showcased through its rich heritage, diverse culture, flora and fauna, and the achievements it has attained over the years. And when one does a simple Google search, these…
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Trevor Ariho, Chief Executive Officer of the League of East African Directors (LEAD), has been appointed to chair the Internal Planning Committee for the 6th Bi-Annual Presidential CEO Retreat. Ariho…
Nile Hotel International, a government-owned company that holds valuable land and buildings mostly for leasing purposes – including the spot where the five-star Kampala Serena Hotel sits — is making…
Uganda Tourism Board (UTB) is pleased to announce that Ms. Juliana Kagwa, the newly appointed Chief Executive Officer, has officially assumed office and commenced duties with effective 16th, June, 2025….
As the sun dips below the horizon, a gentle breeze weaves through the swaying palms, infusing the air with the intoxicating aroma of fresh lake water and scents of blossoming flowers. At Ihunde Resort, the beauty of the sunset kindles the sky with fiery hues, while the melodies of night come alive. Here, every moment becomes an unforgettable memory in a luxury camping adventure by the captivating lake. Serenity embraces you, and your spirit is revitalised amidst Uganda’s breathtaking natural canvas. At dawn, the sun rises in a blaze of glory, casting a dazzling golden light over the serene expanse…
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