Hoima, Uganda | THE INDEPENDENT | Tour operators expressed mixed reactions about the development of oil and gas in the Albertine Graben. The Albertine Graben has 10 out of the 22 protected areas (national parks and wildlife reserves) in Uganda which are tourism destinations in Uganda. The region is also …
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Arua, Uganda | THE INDEPENDENT | Preparations have begun in Arua City to commemorate World Tourism Day 2025, scheduled for September 27th. This day was set by the United Nations World Tourism Organisation to raise awareness about Tourism and its socio-cultural, economic and political impact on communities. The event will …
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Washington, US | THE INDEPENDENT | In the efforts to position Uganda as a premier travel destination for American tourists, the Ugandan Embassy in Washington D.C. has hosted a delegation of prominent U.S.-based tour agents for a week-long tailored tour across Uganda. The initiative, led by Uganda’s Ambassador to the …
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Kampala, Uganda | THE INDEPENDENT | The Ministry of Finance, Planning, and Economic Development refutes claims that it was supposed to bail out the Ndere Cultural Centre from its indebtedness that now threatens its end. This is despite Uganda Development Bank confirming the government’s commitment in 2024 to settle the debt. …
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Entebbe, Uganda | THE INDEPENDENT | The Uganda Civil Aviation Authority (UCAA) plans to make alterations to, especially, the interior of the newly commissioned business lounge at Entebbe International Airport. The new Karibuni Business Lounge unveiled Thursday has a number of amenities aimed at making it comfortable for the passenger, …
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Multiple African nations are actively pursuing Formula 1 hosting rights, from South Africa’s upgraded Kyalami circuit to Morocco’s high-tech plans in Tangier. With political backing and private capital in play, the question is no longer if F1 will return to Africa, but who will bring it back first. SPECIAL REPORT …
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Kampala, Uganda | THE INDEPENDENT | A team of highly influential American tour agents arrived in Uganda on Friday, June 20th, for a curated nationwide exhibition to experience and explore Uganda firsthand. The delegation is here at the invitation of Uganda’s Ambassador to the United States- H.E. Ambassador Robinah Kakonge, …
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KCB Bank’s Dennis Damba outlines the bank’s strategic focus areas at FY2025/26 Budget to Business Post High Level Budget Dialogue Kampala, Uganda | THE INDEPENDENT | KCB Bank has reaffirmed its commitment to driving regional economic development and sector innovation during the FY2025/2026 Budget Dialogue, hosted by CSBAG Uganda on …
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Bloc remains a major wildlife trafficking hub, with 86% of seized contraband intended for destinations within the member states ANALYSIS | RONALD MUSOKE | When two Belgian teenagers appeared before a Nairobi court with over 5,000 ants in their possession in April this year, the case initially seemed like a harmless …
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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 …
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