With the sound of vuvuzelas, the thunder of thousands of football fans, and the sight of national flags waving through packed stadiums, AFCON 2027 could soon introduce millions of people to a side of Uganda they have never experienced. AFCON 2027 will bring African football to East Africa as Uganda joins Kenya and Tanzania in…
The dollar rate in Uganda has become an important consideration or travelers planning their next safari. A dollar that once exchanged for fewer Ugandan shillings can now stretch further at the local market, in some hotels, and at selected tourism businesses. With the US dollar reaching approximately UGX 4,000, international travelers planning a safari in…
Uganda is currently mourning the passing of Omukama Oyo Nyimba Kabamba Iguru Rukidi IV, the long-serving King of Tooro Kingdom. His death has brought renewed attention to one of the country’s most important cultural institutions and tourism destinations. King Oyo died in the United States after battling an aggressive form of cancer, as announced by…
Uganda Airlines has announced direct flights to Kigali and Accra. This marks the latest milestone in Uganda Airlines’ expansion strategy following the national carrier’s announcement on August 5, 2026, that it will introduce new scheduled services to Kigali, Rwanda, and Accra, Ghana. The expansion strengthens the airline’s growing African network while improving regional connectivity, supporting…
The Uganda Wildlife Authority has announced the 2026 Open Park Days, offering free park entry from September 25th–27th for Ugandan citizens and East African residents at selected national parks and wildlife reserves. For many Ugandans, the country’s iconic wildlife is more familiar from the images printed on banknotes or social media than from personal encounters…
The Uganda Tourism Board in partnership with the Uganda embassy in France have raised Uganda’s tourism flag on the streets of Paris! On 16th June 2026 amidst the heat wave in Paris, Uganda brought chills upon travelers and locals in Paris by launching eye-catching tourism campaign branded Explore Uganda buses cruising through the French capital…
The recent Ebola outbreak in Uganda has once again placed public health and travel safety at the center of national and international attention. On 17th May 2026, the Word Heal Organisation (WHO) declared the Ebola outbreak in DRC and Uganda a Public Health Emergency of International Concern. Uganda remains one of Africa’s leading safari and…
Uganda Hosts Canadian Tourism Delegation in Strategic Push to Boost North American Arrivals Uganda has intensified its efforts to position itself as a top African destination by hosting a high-level familiarization trip for Canadian tourism delegation. This delegation includes tour operators, travel agents, and media professionals, in a strategic campaign aimed at increasing tourist arrivals…
The Uganda Wildlife Authority in February 2026 officially updated its chimpanzee trekking fees for 2027, signaling a significant shift in the country’s wildlife tourism pricing structure. The new rates, aligned with ongoing conservation efforts and increasing global demand, are expected to impact both international and regional travelers planning primate safaris in the Pearl of Africa.…
Required & recommended travel vaccines A safari in Uganda offers one of the most thrilling travel experiences in the world and vaccines ensure that you have a safe adventure. Uganda is one of the leading adventure destinations in the world, and the memories created here last a lifetime. One of the leading safari experiences is…