Tag Archives: UTB

  Uganda and Kenya to host 4th Cross-Border Tourism Conference in Malindi  Kampala, Uganda | THE INDEPENDENT | East Africa’s tourism industry is set to take center stage as Uganda and Kenya prepare to host the 4th Uganda-Kenya Coast Tourism Conference and Exhibition from 27th to 28th October 2025 at Ocean …

Kampala, Uganda | THE INDEPENDENT | 40 billion Shillings is required to promote rhino tourism and help increase their numbers in the wild. The money will support the grand rhino restoration plan in the country, which involves various interventions. To achieve the target, the Ministry of Tourism, Wildlife and Antiquities, …

    $11 million Name a Rhino conservation campaign reaches milestone Kampala, Uganda | THE INDEPENDENT | The Uganda Wildlife Authority (UWA), Uganda Tourism Board (UTB) and Ministry of Tourism, Wildlife, and Antiquities have announced that Uganda will host its first-ever Rhino Naming Ceremony on 22nd September 2025 at Ziwa Rhino …

Jinja, Uganda | THE INDEPENDENT | Journalists in Jinja have been called upon to take a more active role in advancing eco-tourism by telling stories that promote conservation, community empowerment, and sustainable travel along the River Nile and surrounding areas. Speaking at a two-day training retreat at the Source of …

KAMPALA, UGANDA | THE INDEPENDENT | Uganda has launched its first-ever National Destination Marketing Strategy (NDMS) for 2024–2029—a comprehensive roadmap for positioning the country as a preferred international tourism destination. The strategy aims not only to enhance Uganda’s global branding but also to address regional disparities and redefine national identity …

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 …

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 …

Kampala, Uganda | THE INDEPENDENT | The Uganda Tourism Board (UTB) has launched a nationwide operation to enforce compliance with the Tourism Accommodation Facility Regulations. Supported by the Uganda Police Force, the UTB enforcement team is conducting inspections across various accommodation facilities to ensure they meet the required standards. This crackdown, …

  Kampala, Uganda | THE INDEPENDENT | After two years talking and discussing, Uganda’s Ministry of Foreign Affairs and the country’s Consulate in Mombasa have this year decided to give their Kenyan counterparts, real life experience of what The Pearl of Africa offers. “At the beginning of the partnership with …

Uganda will also start promoting its vibrant local food scene, offering tourists a chance to explore the country’s diverse culinary offerings. Kampala, Uganda | THE INDEPENDENT |  Uganda is setting the stage for transformative changes in its tourism industry with the unveiling of new policies and initiatives aimed at enriching …