Mobilizers of the Patriotic League of Uganda (PLU) have called on the league’s top leadership to recognize and reward their efforts during the recently concluded presidential elections, in which their endorsed candidate, President Yoweri Kaguta Museveni,...
The National Unity Platform (NUP) leadership has urged religious leaders, cultural leaders, and all opinion leaders to raise their voices against human rights violations in Uganda, stressing that silence only emboldens the perpetrators.
Addressing the press at...
In an era where mental health challenges are increasingly prevalent amongst the young and old, finding activities that nourish the mind, spirit, and soul...
Thousands of students from schools across Uganda gathered today at the Uganda Martyrs Catholic Shrine in Namugongo for the annual student pilgrimage, a spiritual...
Presided over by President Yoweri Kaguta Museveni, the screening of Hidden Uganda, a documentary by American journalist Peter Greenberg, showcased Uganda’s breathtaking natural beauty...
There is fishing, boat trips, nature walks, and a beach volleyball net waiting for the adventurous. In the evening, bonfires can be lit on the beach as one is watching the lights of the fishermen on the lake.
The awards will celebrate various categories, including Tourism Media Personality and Cultural Tourism Award focusing on Advancing Sustainable Tourism, Peace and Green Investments for Improved Livelihoods.
UWA established guidelines for motorists, allowing entry into the park until 6 PM daily, with strict speed limits enforced to protect wildlife and ensure visitor safety.
On December 5, 2020, Sgt. Emmanuel Matsipa, a ranger with the Uganda Wildlife Authority was killed by armed poachers. Matsipa and his five colleagues were ambushed by approximately five poachers while on duty, and during the exchange of fire, one poacher was killed, and he too lost his life.
The court will begin reviewing the grievances of property owners who object to their property valuations. It also has the authority to reassess tax rates based on the arguments presented and make adjustments where necessary.
According to an article by the International Growth Center (IGC), Uganda has a low level of international awareness, where 60% of potential visitors learn about Uganda through word of mouth. There is indeed a pressing need for increased marketing efforts.
Uganda can, however, do better in promoting this heritage as neighbors in Rwanda. According to the Nkuringo Safari experts, tourists face challenges ranging from difficult access to the roads during the rainy seasons to chartered flights in Uganda that are pricier compared to the Rwandan counterparts.