BEYOND THE RHINO: UNLOCKING THE SOUL OF THE WEST NILE FRONTIER
By Dr. Jimmy Opigo Entrepreneur, Tourism Expert, & CEO, Arra Lodges A Historic Homecoming The return of the white rhino to Ajai Wildlife Reserve after more than four decades is more than just a conservation success story. It is a…
COULD SPORTS TOURISM BE THE INDUSTRY’S BREAKTHROUGH? AFCON SPARKS CONVERSATION
Imagine a stadium filled with roaring fans, runners crossing finish lines under the early morning sun. And visitors discovering a country because sport brought them there. Across the world, sports tourism has become one of the fastest-growing segments of the…
THE LONG-LOST RHINO FINALLY RETURNS TO AJAI
History unfolded at Ziwa Rhino Sanctuary as two white rhinos prepared for their journey to Ajai Wildlife Reserve. By early morning, the sanctuary was alive with anticipation. Rangers, veterinarians, and wildlife experts had already assembled, briefing each other carefully on…
AJAI RHINO TRANSLOCATION STRENGTHENS THE VISIT WEST NILE CAMPAIGN
7th January, 2026 Today marks one of the most defining moments in Uganda’s conservation and tourism history. As white rhinos return to Ajai Wildlife Reserve, a place they once called home. Another story has been unfolding not quietly, but strategically.…
MARRIOTT’S ENTRY COULD SIGNAL A TURNING POINT FOR TOURISM IN DRC
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…
Hermosa Garden Hotel & Spa Nairobi, a peaceful stay in Karen
There are moments in travel when you step into a place and immediately feel yourself slow down, and Hermosa Garden Hotel & Spa is one of those places. Hidden in the quiet, leafy neighbourhood of Karen, it offers a soft…
Nyege Nyege Festival Hits 10 in Style at Kalagala Falls
Nyege Nyege Festival 2025 returned this year with a milestone. Ten unforgettable years of music, culture, adventure, and freedom. Celebrated against the roaring backdrop of Kalagala Falls in Kayunga, Jinja. Nyege Nyege Festival 2025 wasn’t just an event, but a…
Ekkula awards beat the “unfair” allegations upon the seven wonders of kampala announcement
Kampala officially came to life as the Ekkula Sustainable Tourism Awards / Festival 2025 kicked off. With grandeur, celebrating culture, innovation, and sustainable tourism. This year, the festival was more than just an awards event. But a platform for dialogue,…
President Pledges Support as Ghana Leads Trans Africa Tourism and Unity Campaign
The Trans Africa Tourism and Unity Campaign is making waves across the continent, and its latest visit to Uganda was marked by a historic pledge of support from the President. Reinforcing the mission to advance a visa-free Africa. Launched under…