First of 8 South African rhinos arrives at Ziwa

Uganda’s ambitious rhino restoration programme reached a new milestone on Tuesday as the first of eight rhinos imported from South Africa officially touched the ground at Ziwa Rhino Sanctuary in Nakasongola. The Uganda Wildlife Authority (UWA) confirmed the arrival in a brief update, sparking excitement among conservationists and wildlife enthusiasts. “The first rhino has touched…

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Spanish tourists endorse Museveni

Kamwenge – The atmosphere was electric at Kyabenda Primary School playgrounds in Kamwenge District on Monday as President Yoweri Museveni addressed a campaign rally, with an unexpected group of supporters adding to the excitement — tourists from Spain. The visitors, who were reportedly travelling in the region, joined local attendees on the dance floor, celebrating…

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Cattle diplomacy: Ankole cows steal show at G20 summit

Johannesburg — The recently concluded G20 Leaders’ Summit in Johannesburg delivered a surprise cultural highlight: the rise of Ankole cattle diplomacy—a soft-power showcase led by South African and Ugandan champions of the iconic long-horned breed. South African artist, photographer and stud breeder Daniel Naudé stunned world leaders when his vivid portraits of Ankole cattle—shot in…

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Inspire Africa Coffee Park targets 1 million coffee tourists

Ntungamo — “In the next five years, Uganda should be receiving at least one million coffee tourists,” declared Inspire Africa Group CEO Dr Nelson Tugume, opening a bold new chapter for Uganda’s coffee industry. “Coffee is beyond the cup — it is culture, science, innovation, heritage, and an experience the world is waiting to discover.”…

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Uganda offers visa-free access to Mauritian tourists

Entebbe — The Uganda High Commission Dar es Salaam has successfully concluded a Mauritius Travel-Trade Delegation Familiarisation Mission, a strategic initiative aimed at strengthening bilateral tourism cooperation, expanding commercial visibility, and deepening Africa-to-Africa partnerships. The delegation, which arrived on 21 November 2025, undertook a comprehensive exploration of Uganda’s signature tourism offerings, following a programme coordinated…

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