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Uganda reaffirmed its heritage leadership in Busan on 24 July 2026, doubling its AWHF funding pledge and securing host rights for Africa's periodic reporting launch.The commitments were unveiled at a high-level side event held alongside the 48th Session of the UNESCO World Heritage Committee, positi
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The Government of Uganda, through the Ministry of Tourism, Wildlife and Antiquities, has officially handed over the Katoosa Martyrs Catholic site to Shine Afric Ltd for the commencement of Phase I development works, marking a significant milestone in the preservation and promotion of Uganda’s faith
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Kampala, Uganda – May 19, 2026 The Ministry of Tourism, Wildlife and Antiquities on Tuesday joined the rest of Uganda and the global community in commemorating the International Candlelight Memorial Day, reaffirming its commitment to strengthening workplace health interventions and supporting nation
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In a ceremony that drew government officials, researchers, cultural practitioners and members of the public to the Uganda National Museum in Kampala, Uganda, the Ministry of Tourism Wildlife and Antiquities through her department of Museums and Monuments took a bold step toward safeguarding one of i
The Ministry of Tourism, Wildlife and Antiquities has endorsed plans to host a high-levelfamiliarization (FAM) visit for Canadian tour operators, travel agents and media influencers in April2026, as part of efforts to deepen Uganda’s footprint in the North American tourism market.The decision was re
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The United Kingdom has lifted its travel advisory warning against visiting two of Uganda’s flagship protected areas, including Queen Elizabeth National Park and Semuliki National Park, marking a significant turning point for the country’s tourism sector and restoring confidence among British travell
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Kampala, 26 November 2025 The Ministry of Tourism, Wildlife and Antiquities has launched the Uganda National Tourism Policy (2025), a strategic framework aimed at boosting competitiveness, strengthening resilience, and positioning Uganda among Africa’s top five tourist destinations.Speaking at the l