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Conservationist and tourism expert

[Sunset Safaris Uganda 🇺🇬🇺🇬🇺🇬 @panda_ricx]

Just back from an unforgettable trip to @ngambaisland with the Senior Presidential Adviser For Tourism in Uganda @LillyAjarova ! Got up close and Learnt about their inspiring stories, unique personalities, and the incredible conservation efforts that are changing their lives.

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Hey runners, join @ugwildlife half marathon on march 1st 2026. Run for a cause to educate children for fallen rangers.
#UWHM2026

[Marvinmilesphotography @marvinmiles256]

The Uganda Wildlife Half Marathon Theme Run To support the education of children of Our fallen rangers,

1st March 2026 Kitante P/S Grounds, KLA

Proud to continue documenting Uganda’s marathon scene while amplifying conservation, community, & sports tourism
#UWHM2026

[Uganda Wildlife Authority @ugwildlife]

The Minister of Tourism Wildlife and Antiquities-  Hon. Col. (Rtd) Tom R. Butime,  has officially unveiled Ajai Wildlife Reserve where the Rhinos have been reintroduced. #RhinoConservation #RhinosReturn #RhinoTranslocation

[Sunset Safaris Uganda 🇺🇬🇺🇬🇺🇬 @panda_ricx]

@Maggie_Yo_Guide @LillyAjarova @StateHouseUg @TourismBoardUg @MTWAUganda @ExploreUganda Hey Maggie, am among the two gentlemen who came along with her at Mubs

[LillyAjarova @LillyAjarova]

The Rhino is Back: Ajai Wildlife Reserve Signals a New Era for Uganda Conservation

For decades, the white rhino was missing from Uganda’s wild landscapes—a casualty of poaching, conflict, and ecological collapse that swept across East Africa in the late 20th century. By the early 1980s, the species had become locally extinct in Uganda, disappearing entirely from the country’s national parks and reserves.

Today, Uganda is quietly reversing that loss.

The reintroduction of white rhinos to Ajai Wildlife Reserve marks a landmark moment in African conservation: not just the return of an iconic species, but the restoration of an ecosystem and a powerful statement about what long-term conservation commitment can achieve.

Once a historic stronghold for rhinos, Ajai was carefully rehabilitated to support their return. Under the leadership of Uganda Wildlife Authority, and with strong community involvement, the reserve now offers secure habitat, trained ranger protection, and landscape-level planning designed to ensure the species’ survival for generations.

This is conservation beyond symbolism. White rhinos are keystone species, shaping grasslands and supporting biodiversity. Their return strengthens ecosystem resilience while anchoring a new model of community-linked conservation tourism in Uganda’s West Nile region—an area better known internationally for humanitarian response than wildlife recovery.

For travellers, Ajai offers something increasingly rare: the chance to witness a species comeback story in real time, in a landscape that feels raw, uncrowded, and deeply authentic. For conservationists, it demonstrates how protection, policy, and people can align to move a species back from the edge; locally, sustainably, and ethically.

Uganda’s rhino story is not about nostalgia. It is about responsibility and possibility. It shows that extinction does not always have to be final, and that with patience, partnership, and political will, restoration can succeed even decades later.

In bringing back the white rhino, Uganda is offering the world more than a wildlife sighting. It is offering proof that conservation, when done right, can heal landscapes—and redefine a nation’s relationship with nature.

[LillyAjarova @LillyAjarova]

Grateful for this beautiful feature in @StandardKenya Newspaper exploring my book Echoes from the Mountains of the Moon.
It’s a reminder that every summit whether in life, leadership, or conservation is conquered one step at a time.
Let us keep climbing, learning and preserving what makes our journey meaningful.
#Leadership #Resilience #EchoesFromTheMountainsOfTheMoon #Conservation

[LillyAjarova @LillyAjarova]

Today, we bid farewell to Dr. Jane Goodall - a true legend, mentor and friend.
To many she was a pioneering scientist, a tireless conservationist and a global voice for hope. To me she was also a mentor, an inspiration and a guiding light in my own journey.

I had the rare privilege of working closely with Dr. Goodall through the Jane Goodall Institute and the Ngamba Island Chimpanzee Sanctuary, which she helped to establish in Uganda. Her vision and passion made it possible for us to give a safe home to rescued chimpanzees and her wisdom reminded us that true conservation is not only about protecting wildlife, but also about uplifting communities and inspiring future generations.

Jane taught us that compassion and action must go hand in hand. Her humility, even as one of the most celebrated figures of our time, was a lesson in itself. She believed deeply in the power of every individual to make a difference and she lived that belief every day of her life.
Jane taught us that every voice matters, every action counts and that protecting our planet is both an obligation and a gift.

As Uganda’s conservation family and the global community she touched, we will carry forward her legacy. We will continue to speak for the voiceless, to protect nature and to nurture the roots and shoots she planted in all of us.

As we mourn her passing, I am comforted knowing that her legacy will continue in every forest, every sanctuary and every heart that chooses to care.

Rest peacefully, Jane. You showed us the way, it is now us to continue the journey. 🌿🕊

[LillyAjarova @LillyAjarova]

My story of scaling both physical and personal peaks is in the @StandardKenya newspaper.
https://t.co/diKAYFeFb9

[LillyAjarova @LillyAjarova]

Honored to have participated as a Keynote Speaker at the Akwaaba African Travel Market in Lagos, Nigeria.

I shared insights on the power of domestic tourism in Africa—a vital engine for inclusive growth, job creation, cultural preservation, and resilience. Too often overshadowed by international arrivals, domestic tourism is in fact the backbone of our sector, keeping businesses alive year-round and connecting communities across our continent.

Uganda’s experience shows that with the right policies, investments, and community engagement, we can unlock the full potential of homegrown tourism markets. This aligns strongly with Africa’s Agenda 2063 and the shared vision of multiplying tourism’s impact by 2040.

Grateful to Ikechi Uko and the Akwaaba team for bringing together Africa’s tourism family to shape a stronger future for our industry. ✨

#AkwaabaAfricanTravelMarket #DomesticTourism #AfricaRising #TourismDevelopment #ExploreUganda

[Erich Mboowa @erich_mboowa]

Hoima City Stadium 🏟️

MS SUMMA on site
#ErichMboowaReports

The Concept. The actual work

[LillyAjarova @LillyAjarova]

Over the past days, I have had the privilege of participating in the 6th Bi-Annual Private Sector CEO Retreat at the Mountains of the Moon Hotel, Fort Portal City, Kabarole District, convened under the Presidential CEO Forum.

With the theme “Transforming Uganda Into a Preferred Tourist Destination: Enhancing Public-Private Sector Investment in Infrastructure, Conservation, Digitization, Product Diversification, Marketing and Tourist Safety”, the retreat has been a timely reminder of how central tourism is to Uganda’s socioeconomic transformation.
I am particularly encouraged by the collective resolve of both government and private sector leaders to:

✅Strengthen investment in tourism infrastructure and conservation
✅Embrace digitization and product diversification
✅Prioritize marketing and ensure safety for all visitors

Tourism is not just about travel, it is about jobs, cultural pride, environmental stewardship and positioning Uganda on the global stage.

I look forward to working with all stakeholders to translate these resolutions into action that accelerates Uganda’s journey as a top African destination.

[Zakia Lucky @zakialucky11]

Chief’s Wife😂
#KaramojaCulturalFestival2025

📍Nakapiripiriti, Karamoja

[Kasese's Finest 🇺🇬 @karothk256]

Join us in supporting @Kkids_Foundatn!

Donate scholastic materials: just 10,000 UGX for a dozen or 140,000 UGX for a box of books.

Only 1 week left to make a difference for less privileged kids! #BackToSchool 📚✨

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RT @LillyAjarova: In Kinshasa and Brazzaville, style is not just about fashion — it’s about dignity, resilience, and identity. The Sapeurs,…

[LillyAjarova @LillyAjarova]

Tourism in Kinshasa is centered on culture, music, and the vibrant energy of the city rather than nature or safaris. Key draws include its world-famous music and nightlife, rich art and cultural scene, the dramatic Congo River and proximity to Brazzaville, as well as historical landmarks and bustling markets. While infrastructure remain challenge, the city has strong potential for cultural, river-based, and conference tourism, positioning itself as Africa’s capital of culture and rhythm.
@yebordc @CongoRdtourism

[Sunset Safaris Uganda 🇺🇬🇺🇬🇺🇬 @panda_ricx]

Giraffes 🦒 remind us to take a step back, breathe, and see the world from a different perspective."

Savor the wild, chase the sunset, and let the beauty of Uganda leave you breathless with
#Sunsetsafri’sUg
#TrevourthesafariGuide
@marvinmiles256 @LillyAjarova @ExploreUganda

[LillyAjarova @LillyAjarova]

There is a difference between people who simply “do their job” and those who genuinely care.

When you care, you notice the small details others overlook. You anticipate needs before they are spoken. You stay a little longer, think a little harder and give a little more than what is written in the job description.

The person who cares will almost always beat the person who is just doing their not because they are working harder, but because they are working with heart.