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Pilgrms at Namugongo Martyrs Shrine Uganda has a bold goal: to grow its economy to $500 billion by 2040 from $50 billion in 2023 — a tenfold increase in less than two decades. This vision, outlined in the 10-Fold Growth Strategy and Fourth National Development Plan (NDP IV), calls for prioritising sectors that can create jobs, bring in foreign money, …

Demo Riley Appointed President of National Tourism Events Organizers Federation – The Voice Uganda HomeBusinessDemo Riley Appointed President of National Tourism Events Organizers Federation , https://voiceuganda.com/2026/05/31/demo-riley-appointed-president-of-national-tourism-events-organizers-federation/

While the upcoming 2027 Africa Cup of Nations tournament (Afcon) poses an opportunity to market East Africa to the world, for Uganda, it is being viewed as the single biggest catalyst to transform the country’s tourism sector. Africa’s biggest football competition attracts tourists who come as fans, bringing billions of shillings to spend on sports, tourism, culture, hospitality and entertainment. …

Kampala/Addis Ababa — Uganda has intensified its regional tourism and economic diplomacy efforts with the commencement of a high-level Familiarization (FAM) Trip bringing together Ethiopian media influencers, tour operators, travel professionals, and prospective investors in a strategic initiative aimed at strengthening bilateral cooperation between Uganda and Ethiopia.   The ten-day expedition, organized by the Embassy of Uganda in Addis Ababa …

Kenyan Coast Strengthens Position as Regional Tourism Hub During POATE 2026 – The Voice Uganda HomeBusinessKenyan Coast Strengthens Position as Regional Tourism Hub During POATE 2026 , https://voiceuganda.com/2026/05/24/kenyan-coast-strengthens-position-as-regional-tourism-hub-during-poate-2026/

Kampala, Uganda — Uganda has intensified efforts to strengthen its position as one of Africa’s leading tourism destinations following the official opening of the 10th edition of the Pearl of Africa Tourism Expo (POATE) 2026, a flagship tourism and investment platform bringing together international buyers, investors, tour operators, media practitioners and hospitality stakeholders from across the globe. Held at Speke …

Miss Tourism Uganda has entered a strategic partnership with Egypt Air to promote tourism and cultural ties between Uganda and Egypt, officials announced on Tuesday. The deal, described as a landmark agreement, is aimed at increasing the pageant’s international visibility while strengthening bilateral tourism through a joint venture framework. As part of the agreement, Egypt Air will offer 12 air …

Viewers: 50,001 By Spy Uganda Uganda has officially opened the 10th edition of the Pearl of Africa Tourism Expo 2026 (POATE 2026), marking a major milestone in the country’s efforts to position tourism as a key driver of economic growth and international visibility. The three-day tourism showcase, taking place from May 21 to 23 at the Speke Resort & …

Members of parliament from Sebei sub-region have identified landslide resettlement, tourism infrastructure, cattle restocking and boundary disputes as key priorities as the 12th parliament begins business. At least six legislators from Bukwo, Kapchorwa, Kween and Sironko districts outlined their legislative agendas shortly after taking oath. T’oo County MP Peter Kiti said his immediate focus would be the resettlement of hundreds …

Kampala, Uganda — As Uganda intensifies efforts to position itself among Africa’s leading tourism and investment destinations, the arrival of a delegation of United Kingdom-based travel agents ahead of the Pearl of Africa Tourism Expo (POATE) 2026 reflects the country’s growing emphasis on tourism diplomacy, international market engagement, and strategic destination branding.   Received under the coordination of the Uganda …