Zurich, Switzerland — Uganda has stepped up efforts to penetrate the Swiss adventure tourism market by showcasing its products at the 34th FESPO and Golfmesse 2026 exhibition in Zurich, marking the country’s first appearance with a national pavilion at Switzerland’s largest tourism expo. Running from January 29 to February 1, 2026, at the Messe Zurich…
Uganda has been ranked the third-best-performing country in Africa on the Absa Africa Financial Markets Index, underscoring the country’s progress in strengthening financial markets and maintaining macroeconomic stability. The Permanent Secretary and Secretary to the Treasury (PSST), Dr Ramathan Ggoobi, welcomed the ranking, saying it reflects Uganda’s sustained reforms and resilience amid global economic uncertainty….
Tensions between Uganda and the United States escalated this week as General Muhoozi Kainerugaba, the Chief of Defence Forces and son of President Yoweri Museveni, issued defiant remarks in response to calls from U.S. lawmakers for targeted sanctions against him. The exchange follows Uganda’s disputed January 2026 general elections, marred by allegations of violence, human…
Uganda is hosting Rotary International President Francesco Arezzo, a visit that leaders within the Rotary fraternity say underscores the country’s growing influence and strategic importance within the global Rotary movement. Arezzo will be in Uganda from February 20-22, 2026. The visit was confirmed on Thursday by Emmanuel Katongole, a Ugandan Rotarian, who announced the development…
Uganda has been crowned “Best in Show – Africa” at the 2026 Travel & Adventure Show held at the Javits Convention Centre in New York, North America’s largest consumer travel exhibition. The award recognises Uganda’s immersive and interactive showcase that brought the country’s tourism offering to life through premium coffee and Uganda Waragi tastings, gorilla-themed…