STATE MINISTER UTB LAUNCHES EXPLORE ELGON CAMPAIGN Hon. Martin Magara Bahinduka the state minister UTB launches the explore Elgon campaign in the Christmas season of 2022 to unveil domestic tourism from the 20th to 23rd of December. The Ministry of Tourism, Wildlife, and Antiquities aim at showcasing and promoting the unique attractions in the Elgon […]
EXPLORE ELGON CAMPAIGN IS CREDITED BY UGANDANS WITH CELEBRITIES. A team of 300 Ugandans from the central part of Uganda (Kampala) and celebrities like Golola Moses, Karungi Sheebah, Miss Tourism, Amos Wekesa, proprietor and managing director of Great Lakes Safaris Limited, journalists, bloggers, social media influencers, comedians, and students are among the other participants […]
IN ACCOMMODATION FACILITIES, UTB INSPECTS FOR MINIMUM STANDARDS. On the tourism regulatory mandate and minimum standards for accommodation facilities in Uganda, UTB launched a sensitization drive for stakeholders. Public health inspectors, tourism and commercial officers are local government officials who were attracted to the training which was launched by the Chief Executive Officer UTB Ms.Lily […]
POST COVID RWANDA TOURISM After easing COVID-19 travel restrictions, Rwanda reports tourism. After COVID-19 restrictions were lifted, according to the Rwanda Development Board, the country registers over 80% of its business attaining recovery “Meeting, Incentives, Conferences and Events (MICE) have been one of the leading factors in driving the tourism recovery in the country.” the […]
WORLD TOURISM DAY IS RECOGNISED IN UGANDA. On Tuesday 27th, September 2022 at Sheraton hotel Kampala, Uganda joined the rest of the world to commemorate World Tourism Day celebrated under the theme “rethinking tourism,” emphasizing how sector players can rethink the tactics of endearing the masses to enjoy nature in a sustainable and eco-tourist way. […]
The Chimpanzee is a species of primate that lives in the western rainforests. Also known as the closest living relative of humans, with whom we share 98% of our DNA. Chimpanzee trekking and gorilla trekking are two of the most well-liked tourism activities in Uganda. An expert guide will accompany you on a trip into […]
UTB MEETS THE WORLD BANK TEAM TO DISCUSSSUPPORT FOR TOURISM On 1st, Thursday, 2022, Ms. Mukami Karuiki the World Bank team Country Manager Private sector specialist, finance, competitiveness and innovation held a meeting with Uganda Tourism Board at its head office in Kampala to lay synergies on areas of support to the tourism industry in […]
RE-AWAKENING TOURISM IN THE RWENZORI REGION THROUGH RWENZORI THELUJI FESTIVAL. From 01st – 04th September 2022, Kasese Tourism Investors Forum organized the inaugural Rwenzori Theluji Festival that is led by the CEO Uganda Tourism Board team Ms. Lilly Ajarova on Sept, 7th joined numerous tourism partners and stakeholders. The festival is attended by Hon. Martin […]
INCREASE OF DOMESTIC TOURISM FROM 15% TO 30%. Despite the fact that domestic tourism was affected negatively, the pandemic made tourist attractions at standstill for domestic visitors and international visitors. The pandemic affected Uganda socially, economically, religiously and politically. In order for Uganda Tourism Board to recover from the Pandemic, they have partnered with the […]
BUSINESS PARTNERSHIP FROM KENYA TOURISM STAKEHOLDERS TO TOUR UGANDA. On September 17th, 2022, tourism trade operators and the media team from Kenya have been in Uganda for a seven-day familiarization trip to seek business support and partnership with their counterparts in Uganda by having 10 days trip visiting various tourist sites in Pearl of Africa. […]
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