Celebrating the Uganda Martyrs; a moment of reflection for Ugandans Uganda is currently busy with the preparations for the celebrations of the Uganda Martyrs which takes place every year on 3rd June. This day commemorates the martyrdom of 45 young men who were executed in the late 19th century for their Christian faith. The Uganda…
Mountain gorillas are considered one of the most endangered creatures on the International Union for Conservative of Nature (IUCN) Red List of Threatened Species. There are not more than 1080 individuals left in the whole world and Uganda happens to be home to almost half of that population. Gorillas are only found in the…
In response to the alarming rise in road accidents, the Ugandan government, through the Ministry of Works and Transport, has introduced a new set of traffic fines and penalties. These measures came into effect on April 23, 2025, and have been officially enforced and emphasized as of May 5, 2025. Using Unlicensed or Uninsured Vehicles…
Traffic laws and guidelines in Uganda: In Uganda, traffic guidelines and rules are established to ensure the safety of all road users, including drivers, pedestrians, cyclists, and motorcyclists. Traffic laws in Uganda are governed by the Traffic and Road Safety Act, and these laws aim to ensure road safety and orderly conduct on roadways. Adhering…
You have not visited Tanzania until you’ve gone to Zanzibar! Zanzibar is not only a beautiful beach island but also a historical landmark. The island has a rich and complex history shaped by various cultures, trade, and colonization landmarks. The island has been inhabited for thousands of years, with early settlers being Bantu speaking people…
Located in the eastern Mara region and North-western Simiyu region, Serengeti National Park stretches over 14,763Km2 and contains over 3.7million acres of Virginia savannah. This area became a park in 1940 and the government restricted movements of the indignant Masai people but the boundaries were demarcated in 1951. The park was later split of 8,300Km²…
Standing at a height of 5,895 metres above sea level, Kilimanjaro is the highest point on the African continent and the world’s largest free standing mountain. The locals (chagga and Masai) believe that the mountain the seat of God and most of them who climb it intend to look for miracles. It is called a stratovolcano meaning…
Renting a car in Kenya is a trendy especially in the safari world where many tourist are opting to renting a car and handle the rest of the trip by themselves. When planning to visit Kenya and want to hire a car, we got you covered with most of the artifacts you may need to…
Kampala, the capital city of Uganda, has a rich and diverse history spanning over 1,000 years. The city was founded by the Buganda Kingdom. Its name was derived from the Luganda word “Kasozi K’empala,” meaning “Hill of the Impala. It served as a major centre for the Buganda Kingdom, with the Kabaka (King) of Buganda…
UWA to move 20 white Rhinos from Ziwa Rhino Sanctuary to Ajai Wildlife Reserve The Ziwa Rhino Sanctuary, a conservation area located in Nakasongola District was established in 2005 to protect and conserve the northern white rhino and other wildlife species. Its primary goal is to establish a population of white rhinos in Uganda after…