EPRC to boost Uganda’s growth with major tourism and urbanisation studies
Uganda’s journey towards inclusive and sustainable growth is set to gain momentum as the Economic Policy Research Centre [EPRC] announces major new research initiatives for the 2025/26 financial year [FY]. Aligning with the nation’s ambitious National Development Plan IV [NDP IV], EPRC will dedicate comprehensive studies to the pivotal sectors
UN Tourism and Slow Food partner to strengthen tourism and agriculture links to benefit of destinations and communities
In a new Memorandum of Understanding signed on the occasion of Sustainable Gastronomy Day, both organizations commit to strengthening the gastronomy tourism value chain, enhancing the linkages between food producers, tourism service providers, destinations, communities and tourists. They will focus particularly on the development of value added, and innovative tourism
International tourist arrivals grew 5% in 2025
According to the May 2025 World Tourism Barometer from UN Tourism, over 300 million tourists travelled internationally in the first three months of 2025, about 14 million more than in the same months of 2024. That represents a 5% rise on last year and is 3% more than in pre-pandemic year 2019.
The Ritz-Carlton, Masai Mara Safari Camp Set to Offer Elevated Luxury in the Wild
The Ritz-Carlton is poised to unveil a new era of luxury hospitality in Kenya with the highly anticipated opening of the brand’s first luxury safari camp. Expected to open this August, The Ritz-Carlton, Masai Mara Safari Camp will bring the brand’s legendary service and elegant style to the heart of
Africa’s hotel development pipeline hits record high with with 104,444 rooms awaiting completion in 2025
This year’s Hotel Development Pipeline Report, the definitive study of international hospitality development projects in Africa, reveals record activity. There are 577 hotels and resorts, with 104,444 rooms, in the development pipeline, up by 13.3% on 2024, way ahead of the single digit pipeline growth reported globally by the leading
Four Points by Sheraton Makes its Debut in Senegal with the Opening of Four Points by Sheraton Dakar Diamniadio
Four Points by Sheraton, part of Marriott Bonvoy’s global portfolio of over 30 brands announced the opening Four Points by Sheraton Dakar Diamniadio, marking the brand’s debut in Senegal. Whether travellers are visiting Dakar’s ‘smart city’ district of Diamniado for work or fun, the hotel caters to their needs with
Why Uganda’s hospitality industry remains a good sector for investment
Authorities in Uganda are pushing for more investments, both local and foreign, in the hospitality sector as tourism and visitor numbers into the country increase over the years. This is also a strategy that positions Uganda as a competitive destination for international, regional conferences and festivals. Uganda Tourism Board (UTB),
Speke Resort Munyonyo unveils Easter Sunday brunch for families and individuals
Speke Resort and Commonwealth Resort Munyonyo, Uganda’s largest and most luxurious lakeside getaway is set to offer an unforgettable Easter Sunday brunch experience for families and individuals looking to make this holiday extra special. Nestled by the serene shores of Lake Victoria, the five-star resort presents a lavish brunch buffet
EAC to promote the region as a unified tourism destination in Berlin
The East African Community (EAC) will, for the first time, participate as an entity having its own stand at the International Tourism Bourse (ITB) – Berlin, the world’s largest tourism trade fair, from 4th – 6th March, 2025. Representing the region as a single tourism destination, the EAC will showcase its diverse
UCC Partners with iKon Awards to Boost Ugandan Filmmakers
The Uganda Communications Commission (UCC) has partnered with the iKon Awards to create more opportunities for Ugandan filmmakers, both locally and internationally. This collaboration aims to enhance the visibility of Ugandan films by expanding distribution networks and increasing industry exposure. The partnership also serves as an endorsement of the
