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The
countdown has officially begun for one of the continent's most
significant tourism gatherings, as Limpopo Province
formally launched the 8th Africa Tourism Leadership Forum and
Awards on 29 April 2026 in Polokwane. This prestigious
event, scheduled to take place from 2 to 4 September
2026, will b… read more
Uganda
is intensifying efforts to capture a greater share of international
visitor arrivals, with Türkiye emerging as a priority
source market in the country's evolving tourism strategy.
The East African nation recently concluded a comprehensive ten-day
familiarisation programme for Turkish tour operators, culminating … read more
A
high-profile Egyptian delegation has just
completed an extensive familiarisation tour across
Uganda, marking a significant milestone in
the East African nation's efforts to expand its reach into
North African and Middle Eastern markets.
The ten-day programme, which wrapped up on Ap… read more
Authorities
in Uganda have issued a stern warning to
tour and travel companies found operating beyond their licensed
mandates, specifically targeting businesses that have ventured into
labour recruitment and overseas employment services. The directive
demands immediate cessation of such activities, with regulators
th… read more
Uganda
Airlines has successfully restored one of its Airbus A330-800neo
aircraft to commercial service, marking an important
milestone in the national carrier's efforts to stabilise its long-haul
operations. The aircraft, bearing registration 5X-NIL, completed its
first revenue flight to Dubai on 17 April 2026, signall… read more
The
journalists, photographers and content creators who bring African
travel narratives to worldwide audiences have been recognised at a
prestigious ceremony held during the continent's premier travel trade
gathering. The 2026 edition of the awards
programme attracted unprecedented interest, with more
than 17… read more
Kenya
has taken a decisive step towards modernising its tourism
economy with the official introduction of TouristTap, a
government-approved mobile payments solution designed to bring digital
convenience to every corner of the visitor experience. This development
carries significant implications for the broader African … read more
Jambojet,
Kenya's prominent low-cost carrier operating under the
Kenya Airways Group, has unveiled ambitious
plans to broaden its regional network by introducing services to
Dar es Salaam and resuming operations to
Entebbe by 2027. This strategic move
positions the a… read more
A
growing chorus of voices within Uganda's tourism community is pressing
for meaningful private sector representation as the country moves toward
amending its principal tourism legislation. The debate has intensified
in recent weeks, with industry leaders warning that proposed changes to
the Tourism Act of 2008 risk fa… read more
Uganda
has made a decisive move to strengthen its presence in Northern
European travel markets by hosting its inaugural tourism
symposium in Copenhagen, Denmark. The landmark event represents a
strategic effort to forge meaningful partnerships with travel trade
professionals, investors, and media stakeholders across th… read more
Limpopo Province Launches 8th Africa Tourism Leadership Forum Ahead of September Gathering
Uganda Courts Turkish Market With Gorilla Trekking and Strategic Tourism Partnerships
Uganda Cracks Down on Tourism Firms Operating Illegal Labour Recruitment Services
Uganda Airlines Returns Wide-Body Aircraft to Service After Maintenance Setback
African Tourism Storytellers Celebrated as Media Awards Honour Industry's Finest Voices
Jambojet Targets Dar es Salaam Launch and Entebbe Return as East African Skies Heat Up
