The Uganda Wildlife Authority (UWA) has announced the appointment of Dr. James Musinguzi as its new Executive Director, effective April 1, 2025. Dr. Musinguzi, a seasoned conservationist with extensive experience in wildlife management, succeeds Mr. Sam Mwandha, who is retiring on March 31, 2025, after seven years of dedicated service to the organization. Dr. Musinguzi’s…
Uganda’s Ministry of Health has reassured the public and the international community that the country remains safe for tourism and trade, despite a recent Ebola outbreak. Minister of Health, Jane Ruth Aceng, made the announcement on Wednesday, during a press conference in Mbale, a city in eastern Uganda, addressing growing concerns following the emergence of…
Umukuuka III of the Bamasaaba, Uwelukoosi Jude Mike Mudoma, has piqued the interest of businesses in the United States to participate in the development of tourism at one of the world’s most awe-inspiring natural wonders—the Elgon caldera, located on Mt. Elgon. This volcanic formation, shared between Uganda and Kenya, is the largest intact caldera in…
Vivo Energy Uganda has concluded its ‘Simbula ne Rimula R3X’ campaign—an initiative that not only revolutionized the way local drivers view engine maintenance but also set the stage for an unprecedented level of success within the nation’s commercial transport sector. The campaign, which ran throughout October 2024, captivated the hearts of thousands, delivering life-changing prizes…
Development partners have pledged ongoing support to Uganda in alleviating the strain of hosting nearly two million refugees and asylum seekers. The pledge was made during the National Partnership Forum, a significant event where Uganda’s Prime Minister, Rt. Hon. Robinah Nabbanja, along with senior government officials, met with representatives from international organizations and donor countries…
