@amerix Checking the tyre pressure is very crucial. I realized many people spend lots of money on repairing their vehicles, and these mechanical issues are resulting from much pressure they put in the tyres
Turn data into decisions and maps into solutions. Enroll in the GIS programme at Uganda Wildlife Research and Training College (UWRTC) and gain practical skills in spatial analysis, mapping, remote sensing, and geospatial technologies.
Your journey to becoming a GIS professional starts here. Apply today! #StudyAtUWRTC #GIS
Uganda’s tourism sector has been prioritised in the FY 2026/27 National Budget, following resolutions from the Presidential @PCF_Uganda CEO Forum’s 6th Bi-Annual Tourism CEO Retreat. Government and private sector stakeholders recently convened to validate a roadmap aimed at accelerating tourism growth and supporting Uganda’s Ten-Fold Growth Economy Agenda.
The sector continues to deliver strong results:
✅ 1.64 million international visitor arrivals in 2025 (+19.7% from 2024)
✅ UGX 5.83 trillion in tourism earnings
✅ 5.9% contribution to GDP
✅ Over 876,000 jobs supported. Tourism remains a key driver of investment, employment and foreign exchange earnings.
Key priorities in the FY 2026/27 Budget include strengthening destination marketing, improving tourism infrastructure, diversifying tourism products, enhancing service standards, supporting conservation, accelerating digital transformation, and deepening public-private partnerships to unlock the sector’s full potential. @ugwildlife@TourismBoardUg@UTAUganda@karatungatours@ExploreUg_Pearl@TourBugandaUG@KatusiimeDor@JulzKagwa #ShapingTheNation
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Part 2 is here 🏔️ How to actually hike in the Rwenzori Mountains:
✅ Getting there
✅ The main routes
✅ Who guides you
✅ Which peaks to pick
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Update!
Day two of the National Biodiversity and Conservation Symposium 2026 is underway, with researchers presenting findings that are shaping the future of biodiversity conservation.
The exchange of knowledge and evidence-based solutions continues to strengthen efforts to protect Uganda's natural heritage. #conservationresearch @SiyaAggrey@ugwildlife@Eakamps@MTWAUganda
Tourism remains one of Uganda’s most resilient sectors, but it is also among the most vulnerable to external shocks. Speaking during the National Budget Month launch, #KnowYourBudget26, PS at @MTWAUganda Mrs.@KatusiimeDor, said the ongoing Ebola outbreak in the DRC has already affected the industry through cancellations, despite Uganda’s strong capacity to manage outbreaks.
“The tourism sector is a very sensitive sector. Right now, we have been hit by the Ebola outbreak in DRC.Uganda has very good capacity in managing outbreaks, but the private sector in tourism has been hard hit,” she said, noting that many visitors book trips months or even a year in advance, making cancellations particularly costly for operators. Government is now looking at measures to support the sector’s recovery while maintaining growth momentum.
PS said increasing tourist arrivals, boosting tourism earnings and extending visitor stay will be key priorities in FY2026/27, with destination marketing taking centre stage. “Our priorities for this coming financial year are increasing arrivals, increasing tourism earnings and increasing the length of stay,” she said. She credited the @mofpedU and @UgandaMFA for advancing economic and commercial diplomacy, adding that Uganda’s missions abroad will play an even greater role in promoting tourism and investment opportunities.
The tourism sector is also positioning itself to benefit from #AFCON2027. “This is going to be a big one for us as tourism because it is going to bring in a lot of numbers,” Katusiime said. Government is assessing accommodation capacity, restaurants and other visitor services while exploring support for hospitality facilities in host areas to ensure Uganda is ready to welcome the expected influx of visitors.
On conservation, she said government will continue investing in the protection of Uganda’s natural and cultural heritage. “We shall focus a lot on addressing human-wildlife conflict in areas adjacent to protected areas, but also on fighting poaching and other things that affect our conservation.” These efforts are intended to safeguard biodiversity while improving coexistence between wildlife and neighbouring communities.
Katusiime highlighted infrastructure development as one of the sector’s biggest priorities going forward. “We are doing a lot of infrastructure improvement, which was not very common under the tourism sector,” she said. Key projects include; redevelopment of the Source of the Nile with a modern pier, entertainment centre and observation deck; renovation, expansion and digitisation of the Uganda Museum, and continued investment in the Rwenzori Mountains through boardwalks, climbing ladders and accommodation facilities closer to Margherita Peak.
Additional projects scheduled for completion include the Karamoja Museum in Moroto, the Kabalega-Mwanga heritage site in Dokolo, upgrades at the Equator site in Kayabwe and visitor facilities at the Chimpanzee Monument in Kasese. “We are going to focus on stopovers and refreshment centres because they are critical visitor facilities,” she said, underscoring government’s commitment to improving the overall visitor experience as part of a broader strategy to grow Uganda’s tourism sector in FY2026/27 and beyond. @TourismBoardUg@ExploreUganda@GovUganda@ACODE_Uganda@PSF_Uganda@rggoobi@ugwildlife
WATCH: Highlights from Day 1 of #POATE2026, which set the stage for impactful conversations, strategic networking, and a celebration of Uganda’s tourism potential.
As the expo continues, Uganda remains ready to showcase her beauty, opportunities, and experiences that make her truly unforgettable.
#ExploreUganda | #Wanderlust
Your Excellency, your leadership has laid a strong foundation for the growth and transformation of Uganda’s tourism industry. Uganda’s peace and stability remain key assets on which tourism thrives. ~ Doreen Katusiime, Ministry of Tourism, Wildlife and Antiquities.
Step by step to the summit of Mount Moroto ⛰️
A hike with @karatungatours takes you through rocky trails, mountain forests, and wide views across Karamoja. The climb is demanding, but the feeling at the top makes every step worth it.
Ready for the hike?
#mtmoroto#karamoja
@auwott what specific strategies do you recommend for women to succeed in tourism and trade fairs?
challenges faced as women in the tourism industry and mitigations?
We join the global community in commemorating #InternationalWildlifeDay.
We will be exhibiting our research innovations and conservation initiatives at the National celebrations at Entebbe works grounds tomorrow.
We invite you to visit our exhibition stall and engage with us.
His Majesty William Gabula Nadiope IV has called for a formal MOU with @MTWAUganda to strengthen tourism dev’t in Busoga. Strong collaboration unlock sites and heritage assets in the sub-region. We indulged in the engagement as pillars in advancing skills and sustainable tourism.