Kampala, Uganda | THE INDEPENDENT | Private sector players in Uganda’s tourism industry, under the Association of Uganda Tour Operators (AUTO), have engaged government communicators to improve crisis communication. The discussions aim to address concerns that improper messaging during crises has negatively impacted tourism performance. Tourism industry players argue that …
Read More »Pearl of Africa Tourism Expo set for May 2025
Kampala, Uganda | THE INDEPENDENT | The highly anticipated 9th edition of the Pearl of Africa Tourism Expo (POATE) 2025 and the “Tell Your Story – Explore Uganda” campaign has been launched in Kampala this week. This premier tourism and travel trade show will take place from 21st to 24th May …
Read More »PS Ggoobi addresses inaugural Uganda-France investment, tourism and trade conference in Paris
Paris, France | THE INDEPENDENT | Permanent Secretary and Secretary to the Treasury, Ministry of Finance Planning and Economic Development Ramathan Ggoobi is in Paris to engage French investors, business leaders, and government officials. He made his first pitch for why Uganda remains one of the most attractive investment destinations in Africa …
Read More »Rwanda broadens tax base to fuel economic growth
KIGALI, Rwanda | Xinhua | The Rwandan Cabinet has approved tax policy reforms to bolster the country’s financial resources and drive economic growth, the finance ministry said Tuesday. The changes, to take effect in the 2024/2025 fiscal year and beyond, aim to broaden the tax base, enhance revenue mobilization, and streamline …
Read More »Uganda safe for tourism, trade despite Ebola outbreak
MBALE, Uganda | Xinhua | Uganda’s Ministry of Health said Wednesday the country is safe for tourism and trade despite an Ebola outbreak. Minister of Health Jane Ruth Aceng told reporters in the eastern Ugandan city of Mbale that the outbreak is confined to well-defined areas in Kampala, the Ugandan …
Read More »Americans attracted by Mt Elgon potential, to visit Umukuuka
Umukuuka we Bamasaaba seeks US tourism investments in Mt Elgon Caldera Mbale, Uganda | THE INDEPENDENT | Umukuuka III uwe Bamasaaba Uwelukoosi Jude Mike Mudoma has interested United States businesses to participate in the development of tourism at the world’s largest intact caldera, located on Mt Elgon in Uganda. The mountain, shared with …
Read More »Tanzania attracts record 5.36 million tourists in 2024
🔴 🇹🇿TANZANIA tourism figures ⚪ 5.36 million tourists in 2024 ⚪ 3.22 million domestic tourists | 2.14 million international ⚪ Generated $4 billion ⚪ TARGET $6billion by December 2025 DAR ES SALAAM | Xinhua | Tanzania hosted 5.36 million tourists in 2024, a record high and breaking its target of attracting …
Read More »Uganda to participate in 2025 OTM trade fair in India
Kampala, Uganda | THE INDEPENDENT | Uganda is set to participate in the Outbound Travel Market (OTM) trade fair, one of the largest global travel and tourism expos, in Mumbai, India, from January 30 to February 2, 2025. As the largest travel and trade show in Asia, OTM presents an opportunity for …
Read More »Uganda, China hold symposium to boost tourism, cultural exchange
KAMPALA, Uganda | Xinhua | Uganda and China hosted a one-day symposium in Kampala, the African country’s capital, to promote tourism development and cultural exchange between the two sides. The inaugural Uganda-China Tourism and Cultural Symposium, held on Tuesday under the theme “Bridging Cultures, Enhancing Cooperation: Unlocking Uganda-China Tourism Potential,” …
Read More »Newly upgraded Elena Camp boosts tourism in the Rwenzori Mountain
Kasese, Uganda | THE INDEPENDENT | Uganda Wildlife Authority-UWA has unveiled the newly upgraded Elena Camp, an ultra-modern facility set at 4,500 meters above sea level in the heart of the Rwenzori Mountains. Elena Camp, surrounded by glaciers and rugged trails, serves as the final stop for climbers heading to Margherita …
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