Many say Tanzania is all about the Serengeti and Mount Kilimanjaro, but that’s only scratching the surface. If you have ever believed the myth that Tanzania begins and ends with just a few big-name attractions, then I am yet to…
The opening of two international-standard hotels in the heart of Kinshasa is more than a hospitality update, it’s a sign that the world might finally be giving faith in the potential of the Democratic Republic of the Congo (DRC). With…
On September 18, 2025, Uganda’s tourism stakeholders convened for the 3rd Annual Tourism Development Programme Review Conference in Kampala. The event brought together government officials, private sector leaders, development partners, and local authorities. All were united in their mission to…
It was no ordinary evening in Kampala, on the 17th of September 2025. Under the warm glow of chandeliers at the residence of H.E. Lisa Chesney. The British High Commissioner to Uganda, the air buzzed with conversation, optimism, and purpose.…
Nairobi, Kenya – After its debut in South Africa, Uber Safari in Kenya has officially been launched, marking a bold step in blending travel tech with traditional wildlife tourism. Through the Uber app, visitors can now pre-book guided game drives…
At the 6th Bi-Annual Private Sector Retreat in Fort Portal last week, Uganda’s tourism and conservation stakeholders gathered under the highlands to discuss pressing challenges and opportunities in the sector. The retreat, officially graced by Prime Minister Robinah Nabbanja on…
Lagos, Nigeria – September 2025. The Akwaaba African Travel Market has once again demonstrated its growing influence as one of Africa’s leading tourism expos. The event brought together tourism boards, airlines, hoteliers, creative industry players, and government agencies from across…
Ouagadougou, Burkina Faso – September 2025. In a landmark policy shift, Burkina Faso has announced the removal of visa fees for all African citizens. The new directive introduces Free Tourist Visas to African Travelers in Burkina Faso, opening the West…
Every once in a while, a country does something that makes people stop, pack their bags, and look at its treasures with new eyes. UWA Open Park Days is that moment for Uganda. From 25th to 27th September 2025, the…
Kampala, Uganda, September 6, 2025 — Uganda crowned its first-ever Man of Tourism International alongside the new Miss Tourism Uganda 2025/26, in a colorful finale that celebrated culture, talent, and youth empowerment. The event, held on Friday night at the…
