Tourism

By Our Staff Reporter Mbale, Uganda | September 27, 2026 President Yoweri Kaguta Museveni has called on Ugandans to embrace tourism as a major avenue for household income, employment and business growth, saying the sector presents opportunities across communities with limited land for commercial agriculture. Museveni made the call on Sunday, September 27, 2026, while presiding over Uganda’s national World …

By Our Staff Reporter MBALE,UGANDA — Tuesday, 8 September 2026. A week-long calendar of games, exhibitions, cultural showcases and a presidential send-off has been unveiled as Mbale City readies itself to host this year’s World Tourism Day celebrations, with organisers billing the event as a turning point for tourism in the Elgon sub-region. Held under the theme “Digital Agenda and …

By Our Staff Reporter MBALE CITY, UGANDA | 2, September 2026. Mbale City is stepping into the global spotlight as Uganda prepares to host the 2026 World Tourism Day celebrations on 27th September at Mbale Senior Secondary School grounds, under the theme “Digital Agenda and Artificial Intelligence to Redesign Tourism.” The Ministry of Tourism, Wildlife and Antiquities has confirmed Mbale …

By Our Staff Reporter Mbale City | July 7, 2026 The Bamasaaba community, through elders of the Inzu Ya Masaaba Cultural Institution, has expressed concern over the use of foreign-language names on recently installed wildlife and animal monuments in Mbale City, arguing that the signage does not adequately reflect the language and cultural identity of the indigenous people of Masaabaland. …

By Reagan Nabutele June 12, 2026 | Mbale City, Uganda The Uganda Wildlife Authority (UWA) has officially opened the Mbale Regional Wildlife Education Centre, marking a major milestone in Uganda’s efforts to decentralize conservation education and strengthen tourism development across the country. The facility, located along the Mbale–Tororo Road in Mbale City, has been officially commissioned on by Vice President …

By Our Staff Reporter Mbale, Uganda – June 3, 2026 — In a landmark development for wildlife conservation, education, and tourism in Eastern Uganda, the Uganda Wildlife Authority (UWA) has commenced the translocation of animals to the new UWEC-Mbale Satellite Zoo, the country’s first regional zoo. The facility, developed in partnership with the Uganda Wildlife Education Centre (UWEC), is set …

By Our Staff Reporter Mbale, Uganda — April 13, 2026 Uganda’s Ambassador to China, Ambassador Oliver Wonekha, has hosted a delegation of 40 Chinese investors in Mbale City as part of a trade and tourism investment tour aimed at strengthening economic ties between Uganda and China. The high-level delegation arrived on Sunday evening and was received at Mbale Resort Hotel, …

Bulambuli, Uganda – The launch of the magnificent Sisiyi Falls tourism site in Bulambuli District has marked a major milestone in Uganda’s ongoing efforts to expand eco-tourism and stimulate local economic development. Nestled in the foothills of Mount Elgon, Sisiyi Falls is renowned for its dramatic drop, lush green surroundings, and panoramic views that make it ideal for hiking, photography, …

Explore Wanale at Mount Elgon: Your Gateway to Adventure and Leisur Welcome to the Wanale Tourism Information Centre, located at the stunning Mount Elgon in Mbale! Here, adventure meets tranquility, offering an unforgettable experience for every traveler. Whether you seek thrilling adventures, serene leisure, or a deeper connection with nature through regenerative agriculture, Wanale has something for everyone Adventure Awaits …