The Uganda Tourism Board (UTB) leadership has paid a courtesy visit to the newly appointed State Minister for Tourism, welcoming her to the Ministry of Tourism, Wildlife and Antiquities and strengthening collaboration between the Ministry and the country’s tourism Marketing Agency. The delegation, led by UTB Chief Executive Officer Mrs. Juliana Kaggwa, included the Head of Quality Assurance who doubles as the Ag. Deputy Chief Executive Officer Mr. Ssemakula Samora,, and Mark

The 2026 Fort Portal City Marathon once again transformed Uganda’s tourism capital into a vibrant arena of endurance, culture and destination marketing as more than 2,500 participants, including over 1,000 competitive athletes, converged on the scenic city for one of the country’s fastest-growing sports tourism events. Held on 17th July 2026, the marathon celebrated the unique blend of athletics, tourism, conservation and community that has made Fort Portal City one of Ugan

The Ministry of Tourism, Wildlife and Antiquities has officially launched the construction of a Shs9.2 billion tourism extension project at the Kikorongo Equator Monument, reaffirming Government’s commitment to diversifying Uganda’s tourism products, enhancing visitor experiences and increasing the sector’s contribution to national development. The project, being implemented by Kwed Construction Limited, will transform the iconic Equator stopover into a modern visitor desti

Vice President Alupo flanked by the State Minister of Tourism Wildlife and Antiquities Susan Nsambu Nakawuki Uganda’s conservation and tourism landscape has taken a notable step forward with the official launch of the Mbale Zoo, an ex-situ wildlife conservation facility set to strengthen education, research, tourism and community engagement in Eastern Uganda. The launch ceremony was presided over by the Vice President of Uganda, Jessica Alupo, representing H.E. the Presiden

Outgoing Hon. Martin Mugarra Bahinduka handing over to Hon. Susan Nakawuki Nsambu The Ministry of Tourism, Wildlife and Antiquities today held a Top Management Meeting to officially bid farewell to the outgoing Minister of State for Tourism, Wildlife and Antiquities, Hon. Martin Mugarra Bahinduka and welcome the newly appointed Minister of State, Hon. Susan Nakawuki Nsambu, who also serves as the Member of Parliament for Mawokota South. The event, held at the Ministry headqua

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 and heritage tourism. The handover ceremony was conducted by the Acting Commissioner for Museums and Monuments Dr. Jackline Nyiracyiza Besigye and attended by the Bishop of Fort

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Uganda has once again demonstrated its growing stature as a leading tourism destination on the African continent following the successful conclusion of the 10th edition of the Pearl of Africa Tourism Expo (POATE 2026), a landmark event that brought together global tourism buyers, exhibitors, investors, diplomats, development partners and tourism stakeholders from across the world. Held at Speke Commonwealth Resort Munyonyo under the stewardship of the Ministry of Tourism, W

Kampala, 23 May, 2026. The 10th edition of the Pearl of Africa Tourism Expo (POATE 2026) shifted to a high gear on its second day as thousands of expo goers, exhibitors, investors and international buyers converged at Speke Resort Munyonyo for an intensive day of deal-making, strategic dialogue and sector-focused programming. With over four thousand attendees filling the exhibition halls, Day Two signalled a clear pivot from ceremony to commerce. The day’s centre piece was an

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