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The Parliament has urged the government to expedite the renovation of the Kampala-Malaba metre gauge railway to boost trade and align Uganda with fellow East African Community member states.
This appeal was made after the House unanimously agreed on a report submitted by Hon. John Bosco Ikojo, Chairperson of the Committee on Nationa… read more
South African regional carrier Airlink has canceled its service between OR Tambo International Airport (JNB) in Johannesburg, … read more
The cost of intra-Africa travel has been a subject of much debate in recent years, with tourism professionals suggesting it is holding back the immense potential of Africa as a tourism destination.
As the BBC recently reported, flying from Berlin, the capital of Germany, to Istanbul, Turkey's largest city, might cost you around $150 for a … read more
Uganda Airlines, which started operations in 2019, currently serves eleven destinations from Entebbe. Uganda's national airline plans to serve a further ten destinations, which it has already identified. These include Mumbai (India), whose inauguration date is now known.
The Ministry of Tourism, Wildlife, and Antiquities in Uganda has taken a significant step towards promoting birdwatching tourism in the country.
With over 1,000 bird species representing about 11% of the world's bird species, Uganda has a unique advantage in the birding sector over its East African neighbors.
However, challeng… read more
Kenya earned a total of Sh116.2 billion from the tourism sector in the first half of the year to June, buoyed by a rising number of arrivals.
This represented a 32 percent jump from Sh152.6 billion during a similar period last year, according to the Kenya Tourism Board (KTB).
Arrivals from entry points such as the Jomo … read more
The highly anticipated annual Africa Showcase roadshow is set to
return this September, offering an exceptional opportunity for travel
industry professionals to connect with an extensive array of leading
African suppliers. With an impressive lineup of African experiences and
properties, the event promises a dynamic blend of networking,
… read more
Ethiopian Airlines has opened reservations for a new route
linking Addis Ababa and London Gatwick (LGW), marking its second London
gateway alongside London Heathrow (LHR).
Flights are scheduled to commence from Nov. 21, operating three times
per week using Airbus A350-900 aircraft. The Star Alliance member la… read more
Uganda Tourism Board (UTB) has resumed the classification and rating of hotels around the country. Speaking on Wednesday, the UTB CEO, Lilly Ajarova said the exercise is in fulfillment of one of their mandates to carry out quality assurance of the tourism sector.
"UTB enforces and monitors standards as well as to register, in… read more
With the aim of celebrating Rwanda's rich cultural heritage while embracing its diverse artistic expressions, captivating language and natural beauty, Ikirenga Art and Culture Promotion has announced the second edition of the Ikirenga Culture Tourism Festival, slated for August 26 to September 1, in Musanze District, Norther… read more
Approval franted for loan to refurbish Kampala-Malaba Railway
Airlink has discontinued flights to Uganda
Are high airfares grounding intra-Africa tourism?
Uganda Airlines to launch service to Mumbai on 7 October 2023
Uganda's Ministry of Tourism initiates birding research to boost tourism sector
Kenya's Tourism Earnings Surge 32% to U.S.$809 Million in First Quarter
The Africa Showcase Roadshow makes a return to North America in September
Ethiopian adds second London gateway
Tourism Board resumes classification, rating of hotels in Uganda
Ikirenga Culture Tourism Festival set for second edition
