Generated by All in One SEO v4.9.10, this is an llms.txt file, used by LLMs to index the site. # Ugandan Way Lifestyle and Travel Blog ## Sitemaps - [XML Sitemap](https://www.ugandanway.com/sitemap.xml): Contains all public & indexable URLs for this website. ## Posts - [Lake Bunyonyi: The Heartbeat of Gorilla Highlands](https://www.ugandanway.com/travel/lake-bunyonyi/) - With mythical rolling hills that seem to go on forever and an abundance of lush, tiny islands littering the spaces in between, Lake Bunyonyi offers some of the most unique vistas in Africa.You will find this picturesque piece of paradise right at the bottom of Uganda – some of the hills bordering the southern side - [Visiting the Lake Mburo National Park](https://www.ugandanway.com/travel/visiting-the-lake-mburo-national-park/) - When it comes to East African lakes there is one which likes to hog all the limelight. Her name is Victoria and like the British Queen she is named after her influence stretches to several nations. The largest of all African lakes is Lake Victoria which borders Kenya, Uganda and Tanzania, but in the case - [Traveling Uganda with children](https://www.ugandanway.com/tips/traveling-uganda-with-children/) - Traveling to Uganda with children can be a fantastic adventure. Uganda offers a range of family-friendly activities, from wildlife safaris in national parks like Murchison Falls and Queen Elizabeth, to exploring Ngamba Island Chimpanzee Sanctuary or the Entebbe Botanical Gardens. To prepare, consider getting the yellow fever vaccine, packing appropriate clothing, and opting for family-friendly - [Experience Murchison Falls National Park](https://www.ugandanway.com/travel/experience-murchison-falls-park/) - Have a tale to tell when you visit Uganda’s spectacular, the Murchison falls National Park. Bisected by the Nile River arguably the world’s longest river and source of life in this versed wilderness. This pristine land is divided into territories with the northern river bank being open savannah where thrilling predator roars echo’s to pronounce - [Gorilla Trekking: My Ugandan Adventure](https://www.ugandanway.com/travel/gorilla-trekking-my-ugandan-adventure/) - In the heart of East Africa, Uganda stands as a beacon for wildlife enthusiasts and adventure seekers. My recent journey to Uganda was nothing short of extraordinary, culminating in an unforgettable gorilla trekking in Bwindi. As I recount my adventure, you'll discover why Uganda is the premier destination for encountering mountain gorillas and how this - [Matooke: The Staple Dish for Baganda](https://www.ugandanway.com/food/matooke-the-staple-dish-for-baganda/) - Matooke; Bananas are a staple food crop in Uganda,Kenya,Tanzania(Old East Africa) and other great lakes countries.They are also known as the Mutika/Lujugira subgroup. Matooke is Buganda's traditional dish and one of the common foods in Uganda. The green plantains are peeled and cooked in water or steamed in banana leaves. Matooke is Buganda's traditional dish - [Ugandan Pop Up Safari Vehicles](https://www.ugandanway.com/travel/ugandan-pop-up-safari-vehicles/) - Uganda is among the most visited countries in African, located in Eastern side of Africa, the country is land locked but very beautiful and unique. The neighboring countries include, Kenya, Tanzania, DR Congo, South Sudan, and Rwanda. Uganda is endowed with many tourist attractions which makes it a country of wonders. All kinds of visitors - [Uganda's Abundant Wildlife](https://www.ugandanway.com/travel/ugandas-abundant-wildlife/) - Nestled in the heart of East Africa, Uganda beckons with its unparalleled beauty and natural wonders. A canvas painted with diverse landscapes and teeming wildlife, this enchanting land invites exploration and promises a captivating journey through the untamed beauty of the African continent. Discover the charm of Uganda, where every step unveils a new chapter - [What is Ugandan About Ugandan Chungus?](https://www.ugandanway.com/news/what-is-ugandan-about-ugandan-chungus/) - Over the years, the world has come to appreciate supernatural phenomena and cross dimensional theology and thoughts giving rise to some of the leading film franchises such Avengers (from Marvel studios) and the Justice league (from D.C comics). The above two companies have one thing in common; beings whose nativity is not earth and carry - [Origins of Football in Uganda](https://www.ugandanway.com/news/origins-of-football-in-uganda/) - "Football was introduced into Uganda by missionaries from United Kingdom," said Sev A. Obura, the former general secretary of the Uganda Olympic Committee. It was foremost introduced by Rev.Archdeacon R. H. Walker of the Namirembe Church Missionary Society 1897, supported by G. L. Pilkington who deligently coached the boys at the Mengo school with games - [The Perfect Uganda Road Trip](https://www.ugandanway.com/travel/the-perfect-uganda-road-trip/) - There’s something truly special about waking up in Uganda, grabbing your morning coffee, and knowing the whole day belongs to you and the open road. A Uganda road trip gives you the freedom to explore at your own pace stopping for that perfect elephant sighting, enjoying a scenic viewpoint, or simply adjusting your plans when - [8 Epic Road Trip Destinations in Uganda](https://www.ugandanway.com/travel/road-trip-destinations-in-uganda/) - Uganda does not reveal itself all at once. It unfolds in layers. It seduces the curious. It rewards the independent. It stirs the traveler who wants more than a window seat and a rehearsed commentary. For that reason, few adventures feel as vivid, as elastic, or as deeply personal as a self-drive in Uganda. The - [Katwe: Uganda's Hub of Creativity is Fighting to Keep its Identity](https://www.ugandanway.com/life/katwe-ugandas-hub-of-creativity/) - Poing, poing, poing... The sound of metal clanking from almost every direction is what welcomes you to Katwe, one of the major suburbs south of Kampala City centre. The clanking competes with the hooting as the morning rush hour traffic enters the city. You might quickly decide this is a bad place, with too much - [Entebbe: Gateway to the Heart of Africa](https://www.ugandanway.com/travel/entebbe-gateway-to-the-heart-of-africa/) - Many people know Entebbe as a small town 40km south of Kampala city. It is also known to host some of the oldest colonial era structures in Uganda. The town's name gained a bit of notoriety when Israeli commandos raided Uganda to rescue Israeli citizens locked up at Entebbe International Airport in 1976. Background Entebbe - [Mihingo Lodge; Wildly Wonderful](https://www.ugandanway.com/travel/mihingo-lodge-wildly-wonderful/) - Ralph Schenk went on his first wild safari tour at the age of two weeks. Having been raised in Kenya by parents who spent lots of time on safari, his business acumen increased and without a doubt, he knew that he wanted to spend the rest of his life taming the wild and touching the - [Kasubi Tombs](https://www.ugandanway.com/culture/kasubi-tombs/) - We cannot turn back time but we can preserve it from being lost and�the Kasubi royal tombs are arguably one of the best examples of how the past may not�necessarilly be forgotten. Located just five kilometers out of Kampala city and off the Kampala-Hoima highway, Buganda's royal tombs occupy about 30 hectares, most of which - [Funerals Among the Bagwere](https://www.ugandanway.com/culture/funerals-among-the-bagwere/) - A story is told of one affluent traveler who, on his way through Pallisa, stopped by the roadside to buy some sweet potatoes at an elderly man's stall. Unimpressed by the old man's stock, he aired his views loudly and proceeded to search for better potatoes from the neighbouring stalls. On failing to get better - [Banyoro: Their Magic Empaako and Marriage Traditions](https://www.ugandanway.com/culture/banyoro-empaako-and-marriage-traditions/) - How would you readily identify a Munyoro? From their height? Size? Or skin color? Well though most people that have interacted with them agree that the Banyoro are usually dark-skinned and chubby, this is not exclusive to the Banyoro. Besides I have personally met one that is dark-skinned yes, but not chubby at all, and - [Diary of a Ugandan Herdsman](https://www.ugandanway.com/life/diary-of-a-ugandan-herdsman/) - Despite the harsh conditions they seem to operate in, Uganda's cattle herdsmen (call them pastoralists or nomads) still enjoy their centuries-old and enduring tradition in many parts of the country almost unabated. Although numerous legislations and increased land acquisition by private developers have curtailed the herdsman's much cherished heritage, the tradition is still enjoyed in - [Rukungiri Town: A Town Weary of Political Battles](https://www.ugandanway.com/travel/rukungiri-town-a-town-weary-of-political-battles/) - To many Ugandans, especially those that live in Kampala, the name Rukungiri brings back bitter memories of the chronic election battles between President Yoweri Museveni and his political nemesis, Col. (Rtd) Dr. Kiiza Besigye. Dr. Besigye and President Museveni have twice in the past (2001 and 2006) fought bruising election battles in the district with - [Buganda's Okwabya Olumbe and the Tradition of Installing a Heir](https://www.ugandanway.com/culture/buganda-funeral-rites/) - What is Okwabya Olumbe? This is the question I posed to Daniel Kamoga, one of the few people considered as custodians of knowledge on Buganda culture and clans' matters. Different people from different clans interpret Okwabya Olumbe differently. "From time immemorial, people have feared death very much. In the Kiganda culture, the death of any - [The Tradition of 'Visiting the Bush'](https://www.ugandanway.com/culture/the-tradition-of-visiting-the-bush/) - In most Ugandan traditions, sex is a sacred topic. For this matter, it is neither discussed in public nor taken lightly as it is in the western cultures. For the same reason young women were prepared for sex by their aunties as they were growing up since it is one of their (young womens) duties - [Youth Embracing Cross-Cultural Marriage](https://www.ugandanway.com/news/youth-embracing-cross-cultural-marriage/) - It was a holiday of misery for George William Kamuntu as he encountered pointed questioning from a host of his relatives about his choice of bride to be. A month to last years Christmas, Kamuntu, a Makerere University graduate, had hosted his uncle from their village. Gladly, he introduced his Alur bride to be to - [Busia: Origin of Boda Boda](https://www.ugandanway.com/life/busia-origin-of-boda-boda/) - To many ordinary Ugandans, the name Busia evokes an image of a town, booming with business and where getting money is as easy as spending it. Well, at least in the imaginations of those who have not been there. This is because border towns in Uganda especially Busia are historically known to be centers of - [Ugandan Architecture Through the Years](https://www.ugandanway.com/life/ugandan-architecture-through-the-years/) - The story of shelter begins in the caves with the hunting and gathering man. Eventually, as he became agriculturist, it became imperative for man to have a fixed base to keep an eye on his crops and animals. Constrained by the existing physical setting and technology, man begets a shelter form dictated by his cultural - [Meet Ugandan Kick Boxing Champion Golola Moses](https://www.ugandanway.com/people/golola-moses/) - In Uganda, when you talk about Kick boxing it is sounds almost synonymous with Moses Golola. Not that he is a world champion but it’s his super natural verbose approach that has seen him dominate the headlines of both the electronic and print media of Uganda. Consequently on the streets of Kampala slogans like 'you - [A Day in Katanga](https://www.ugandanway.com/life/a-day-in-katanga/) - Over the years, many Ugandans have shared different perceptions of the Katanga slum. Most people who have visited the notorious, yet popular slum in Kampala have come up with their own description of the slum. Some people choose to emphasize on the health hazards in the area, while others stress security, and others----especially many NGOs - [Tracing the Origin of the Gomesi / Busuuti](https://www.ugandanway.com/culture/the-origin-of-gomesi/) - In African culture, women's decency was valued highly. This decency was portrayed in many forms including dressing, which in many tribes reflected mannerism. As part of the continued quest for decency, the early tribesmen with efforts from missionaries in Buganda came up with the idea of a Gomesi/Busuuti. Gomesi is the official dress for women - [Nakulabye: A Town Living Up to its Name](https://www.ugandanway.com/travel/nakulabye-a-town-living-up-to-its-name/) - There is a Luganda 19th century folk story that is told about how Nakulabye, a suburb located in the northwest of present day Kampala and about 1km north of Buganda's administrative headquarters at Bulange, Mengo came to get its name. This area used to be covered by a huge banana plantation. According to the folk - [Makapads: Makerere University Makes Affordable Sanitary Pads](https://www.ugandanway.com/news/makapads-makerere-university-makes-affordable-sanitary-pads/) - The sanitary pads on the market cost more than 2,000 shillings, money that many primary and secondary school girls especially in rural areas cannot afford. Girls and women from economically disadvantaged backgrounds have got reason to smile, thanks to the innovation of Makapads at Makerere University's Faculty of Technology that has developed cheap and efficient - [Mesmerizing Kapchorwa](https://www.ugandanway.com/travel/mesmerizing-kapchorwa/) - Kapchorwa, which is found in Eastern Uganda, is not endowed with that many nationally recognized natural or historical attractions. But the whole place called Kapchorwa district is a natural attraction in itself. Kapchorwa is the district found at the Ugandan border with Kenya and the base of Mountain Elgon. Many people however agree that no - [AJON: The Centuries Old Drink from the Itesots](https://www.ugandanway.com/food/ajon-the-centuries-old-teso-drink/) - If you ask the Itesots of Uganda to host any social function, you can bet that ajon or malwa will be on the menu. Indeed, whereas many other indigenous Ugandans are steadily 'graduating' to factory brewed beers and spirits, the Itesots (sometimes called Ateso) continue to sip their ajon with pride. Itesots do not only - [Nyom - The Acholi Marriage](https://www.ugandanway.com/culture/nyom-the-acholi-marriage/) - Unitary, determined, ambitious or candid; any of these terms might be a fitting description for the Acholi. For a long time, this Ugandan tribe has been so culturally diverse that it is hard to describe Uganda without mentioning it. Occupying the northern Uganda districts of Gulu, Kitgum and Pader, the Acholi (who are arguably Uganda's - [Kiwani: The Movie Premieres in Kampala](https://www.ugandanway.com/news/kiwani-the-movie-premieres-in-kampala/) - Ugandans have a way of creating slang. These days, it usually, starts with songs or movies. When Bobi Wine, a Ugandan artist, used the word 'kiwani' in his hit song by the same title to describe the deceitful ways of many Ugandans, people across the country immediately and practically adopted kiwani into their vocabulary. From - [Kalo: Making a Big Come Back to Ugandan Dining Tables](https://www.ugandanway.com/food/kalo/) - If it is not history repeating itself, then it is the Ugandan society trying rediscover its past and heritage. How else can one explain the huge appetite people are exhibiting for hitherto long forgotten delicacies like kalo (millet paste)? These days, you will find these delicacies at just about any eating place in Uganda. The - [Plate Cafe's Underestimated Glory](https://www.ugandanway.com/food/plate-cafes-underestimated-glory/) - Do I like good food? Yes, of course I do. Do I like my food well served, fresh and free from reeking fat and oil? Yes, and there is no need to ask any more questions. Plate Café, situated on Bukoto Street, is embodied in convenience, nourishment and affordability for many. It is located at - [Barkcloth: Buganda's Vintage Dress](https://www.ugandanway.com/culture/barkcloth-vintage-dress/) - Olubugo (bark cloth) often invokes fear of death in many circles of Uganda's society. Yet in many others it represents original Africa and symbolizes the continent's granary of creativity and resourcefulness. The United Nations Educational, Scientific and Cultural Organization (UNESCO) in 2005 recognized Olubugo (bark cloth) as part of the world's collective heritage with strong - [Matooke: Buganda's Mmere](https://www.ugandanway.com/food/matooke/) - A woman from western Uganda was surprised when she went to a market in Kansanga, one of Kampala's suburbs and asked for emmere, only to be told that emmere was over, despite the fact that there were potatoes and yams on display. The word Mmere in Luganda as in several Bantu languages means food. But - [Mabira Forest: Ugandans Wake Up to the Cost Of Disappearing Forests in Uganda](https://www.ugandanway.com/news/mabira-forest-giveaway/) - A journey from Kampala as you drive to the eastern parts of Uganda through Mabira forest, gives you enough reason to believe the government when it says that Uganda is Gifted by Nature -a country promotional campaign Uganda launched last year, costing billions of shillings, hoping to promote the country's tourism potential. Travelling from Kampala - [Mechanical Pitfalls: What to Avoid while driving in Uganda](https://www.ugandanway.com/tips/avoid-this-while-driving-uganda/) - Are you a motor vehicle owner in Uganda or do you hope to a Uganda car hire for your holiday there? If you are the type who love driving but hate knowing what is going on underneath the hood (bonnet) of the car, it is time you sat up and paid attention. If you do - [Bukonzo's Unique Culture and Way of Life](https://www.ugandanway.com/culture/bukonzos-unique-culture-and-way-of-life/) - On thinking of the Bakonzo what will spring to many people's mind is probably the fact that they are the other tribe in Uganda, apart from the Bagisu, with the circumcision tradition. For Jude, a Muganda, a Mukonzo is best identified by their height, with most being short and having round faces. Sam, remembers all - [Kwanjula: The Baganda Traditional Marriage](https://www.ugandanway.com/culture/kwanjula-traditional-marriage/) - The traditional marriage or give away ceremony in Buganda is one function you will get to hate and like in almost equal proportions. The preparations for any traditional introduction or marriage ceremony (an introduction ceremony acts as the traditional/cultural marriage ceremony) are tiring and trying financially, physically and mentally as you wonder why you have - [Engagement and Marriage in Busoga](https://www.ugandanway.com/culture/basoga-marriage/) - The Basoga, ethnically a Bantu tribe, live in the southeastern part of Uganda, between Lake Kyoga and the northern shores of Lake Victoria (known locally as Nalubaale). It is in Busoga that the waters of River Nile (locally known as Omuuga Kiira) start the long trek to the Mediterranean Sea. The Basoga believe the river - [Nikah: The Nubian Traditional Marriage](https://www.ugandanway.com/culture/nikah-the-nubian-traditional-marriage/) - Since the colonial days, Uganda has hosted an ethnic group of people known as Nubians, originating from the Nuba Mountains in Sudan. The traditions of these people are unbelievably fascinating. These are traditions so conserved that they are very unique. Numbering well over 10,000 in Uganda, Nubians are arguably the only tribe in Uganda that - [Kuukaala Ipaalu: Not a man until you have done it among the Bagisu](https://www.ugandanway.com/culture/kuukaala-ipaalu/) - On the southern and western foothills of Mount Elgon in Mbale district, about 360 kilometers east of Kampala, live the Bagisu/Bamasaaba who, for centuries, have held this mountain as the pillar of their existence. According to Andrew Wandibah, a Mugisu living in Kampala, it is believed that from a hole in Mt Masaba (as the - [Obushera Butooko: the Bakiga's favorite Thirst Quencher](https://www.ugandanway.com/food/obushera-butooko-the-bakigas-favorite-thirst-quencher/) - Usually sipped from enkyeeka (a small gourd) or a half litre mug (usually called gamma), obushera butookoo has for long been the Bakiga's favorite thirst quencher. Kabale district in Kigezi is located about 500 km southwest of Kampala, Uganda's capital and on the border with Rwanda. At an altitude of about 3500m above sea level, - [Acholi Want more prominent role for Mato Oput](https://www.ugandanway.com/news/acholi-want-more-prominent-role-for-mato-oput/) - Despite the inconclusive end to the Juba peace talks, the government of Uganda and different stakeholders are going ahead to implement peace, justice and recovery programs in northern Uganda. Apart from the vital rehabilitation of infrastructure and people affected by more than 20 years of war, the sticking factor remains accountability for war crimes committed - [Mato Oput: The Acholi Justice System](https://www.ugandanway.com/culture/mato-oput/) - "Mato Oput is an elaborate system of reconciliation and mediation which was developed by the Luo community to settle disputes among their community. However, Acholi leaders argue that unlike the formal justice system that alienates the offender, the Mato Oput system focuses on reconciliation and compensation of the victims. "Mato Oput is one of the - [Nnabagereka Off to The United States To Meet With Ugandan Diaspora](https://www.ugandanway.com/news/nnabagereka-off-to-the-united-states-to-meet-with-ugandan-diaspora/) - The Nnabagereka is on an official visit of the United States in an effort to promote the role of culture in Africa's development as well as to promote and raise awareness for cancer research and the Nnabagereka Development Foundation (NDF). The Nnabagereka (Queen) of Buganda, Her Royal Highness Sylvia Nagginda Luswata, commenced an official visit - [The Uganda Museum: The Custodian of Uganda's Heritage](https://www.ugandanway.com/culture/the-uganda-museum/) - If seeing is believing, then you need to visit the Uganda Museum. To clearly understand Uganda's multicultural past, you will have to visit the museum located on Kiira Road (near Mulago hospital), about 4kms from Kampala city centre. Despite the fact that the museum houses gems of Uganda's heritage, few Ugandans visit it. The museum - [Road Conditions in Uganda](https://www.ugandanway.com/travel/road-conditions-in-uganda/) - Uganda offers some of the most scenic drives in East Africa, from bustling city streets to rugged rural tracks leading into remote national parks. For self-drivers, understanding road conditions is an important part of planning a safe and enjoyable trip. Urban areas like Kampala, Entebbe, and major towns have paved roads that are generally in - [How to Build a Corporate Culture in Business](https://www.ugandanway.com/business/how-to-build-a-corporate-culture-in-business/) - Corporate culture refers to the beliefs and behaviors that determine how a company’s employees or management interact and handle business transactions. It is responsible for how employees feel about the company, the way the company functions, why it stands out, or how your company is perceived, and its reputation among others. A company’s culture can - [Yes! Women Do Like Football](https://www.ugandanway.com/life/yes-women-do-like-football/) - I like football, I have always liked it, in fact I love it. My love for game was not inborn but when you come from a family of six, and you are the only girl, you tend to rhyme with the boys. So my brothers except one who is obsessed with basketball would watch football - [6 Words You’ve Probably Been Using Incorrectly](https://www.ugandanway.com/life/words-you-have-been-using-incorrectly/) - My workmates describe me in a lot of ways: But more recently, there seems to be consensus that I tend to be particular when it comes to use of the proper English. Or in more unkind words, that I tend to choose my words in a way synonymous with politicians. Am not a politician and - [Getting the Best Price for Your Property](https://www.ugandanway.com/business/getting-the-best-price-for-your-property/) - As with most things in life you want to get the most out of it. So, how do you go about getting the best price possible when it comes to selling your house, property or land? What will attract the right buyers without you losing out on the deal and in as short a time - [Top 5 Destinations to Visit on a Safari to Uganda](https://www.ugandanway.com/travel/top-uganda-safari-destinations/) - Uganda’s National Parks reflect the extraordinary diversity of the country: a region of lakes, swamps, dense grassland, woodland, rolling plains, forests and mountainous areas. Here are the best destinations to visit in Uganda; Murchison Falls National Park Murchison Falls National Park is currently the most visited tourist destination in Uganda, the park is majorly famous - [How to Improve Your Self-esteem](https://www.ugandanway.com/life/how-to-improve-your-self-esteem/) - Self-esteem is how you feel about yourself, or the opinion you have about yourself. Everyone has times when they feel a bit low or find it hard to believe in themselves. However, if this becomes a long-term situation, this can lead to problems, including mental health issues such as depression or anxiety. There are a - [Uganda’s Mountain Gorillas, A Species So Hard Not To Love](https://www.ugandanway.com/travel/ugandas-mountain-gorillas/) - High above in the forested mountains of Western Uganda lives more than half the population of the world’s most, endangered but eye-catching faunal species. Some researchers once thought that by the twentieth century, Mountain Gorillas would seize to exist, but they have endured harsh conditions ranging from the modification and destruction of their habitats to - [Celebrating the Uganda Martyrs’ Day](https://www.ugandanway.com/culture/celebrating-the-uganda-martyrs-day/) - Uganda martyrs day is celebrated every 3rd June of every day and many people flock to the Uganda Martyrs’ Basilica Namugongo to remember these great people who died for religion over 100 years ago. In Uganda, this day is a public holiday and within the Roman Catholic Church, the 3rd journey is reserved for Charles - [Best 10 Restaurants Where to Dine in Kampala](https://www.ugandanway.com/food/best-kampala-restaurants/) - Many aspects of Kampala can be overwhelming to visitors, and the dining experience is no exception. With food from just about every continent around City Square alone, it can be hard to choose just one. All the options means that it’s easy to avoid the fall-back choices – American, Chinese, and Indian, and opt for - [20-Million-Year-Old Skull Discovered in Karamoja](https://www.ugandanway.com/news/20-million-year-old-skull-discovered-in-karamoja/) - A 20-million-year-old ape skull was discovered in northeastern Uganda, Discovery News reported today. Ugandan and French paleontologists think it can shed light on East Africa’s evolutionary history. The skull belongs to a remote cousin of today’s great apes, called the Ugandapithecus Major, and is the first skull ever found for this species named in 1950 - [MTN Nyege Nyege Festival ends on a high Note](https://www.ugandanway.com/news/mtn-nyege-nyege-festival-ends/) - Earlier this year, MTN Uganda unveiled a three year sponsorship deal to support the promotion of East Africa’s largest music festival, promising to grow it from strength to strength. From Thursday 6th September to Sunday 9th September 2018, over ten thousand revelers packed Nile Discovery Beach in Jinja to experience the MTN Nyege Nyege music - [Banyakitara Hold 1st Cultural Gala in Kampala](https://www.ugandanway.com/news/banyakitara-hold-1st-cultural-gala-in-kampala/) - The community of Banyakitara leaving and working in greater Kampala over the weekend held their first ever annual Cultural gala were guests were treated to lots of eats, drinks and entertainment. The gala dubbed ‘’Celebrating our Culture and Art’’brought together hundreds of youth drawn from communities of Bakiga, Batooro, Banyoro and Banyankole with of view - [Go Camping in Uganda](https://www.ugandanway.com/travel/go-camping-in-uganda/) - There are several ways to adventure in Uganda’s countryside and National parks. One of the adventure tours in Uganda is out door camping and backpacking. Camping is one surely to feel the closeness to Nature’s gifts of birds, wild animals, insects, butterflies and the vegetation itself. Today, there are lots of Uganda budget safari offers - [5 Must Visit Places in Western Uganda](https://www.ugandanway.com/travel/must-visit-places-in-western-uganda/) - Arguably western Uganda is the most ideal tourist part in Uganda – it is the most heavily visited part in Uganda. There are very many top places that you should visit in the west of Uganda, including the country’s most popular national parks which are located there. This article briefs you about the 5 must-visit - [Best Cars for Hire on an Adventure Safari in Uganda](https://www.ugandanway.com/tips/best-uganda-safari-car-hire/) - You have finally decided on going for a safari trip in East Africa, specifically Uganda. You've decided upon the places to visit and which tourist activities to do but still puzzled on how to get there, and which transport means to use. Well, you can rent a car in Uganda any time to use while - [Tips to Finding a Cheap Flight to Uganda](https://www.ugandanway.com/tips/tips-to-finding-a-cheap-flight-to-uganda/) - For starters, conclusively decide and know when you are travelling (dates) - at least have an idea so that you are not on a wild goose chase! Start shopping around early enough to leave room for any adjustments. Avoid last minute run abouts. Then jump onto the internet, do some surfing on the web - - [UWA Organizes Trip to the Rwenzori Mountains](https://www.ugandanway.com/travel/uwa-organizes-trip-to-the-rwenzori-mountains/) - The Uganda Wild life Authority (UWA) has organised a seven-day trip to Rwenzori Mountains to increase awareness about Uganda’s tourism potential among Ugandans, according to New vision, one of Uganda’s daily newspapers. The trip, code-named ‘Trip to the moon,’ will begin on Tuesday, January 18 and end on Wednesday January,26. It will begin with a - [New Cross Border Money Transfer Deal](https://www.ugandanway.com/news/new-cross-border-money-transfer-deal/) - International cross-border mobile money transfer services have been introduced in a deal agreed between MTN, a multinational telecommunications company, and Western Union, a global money transfer service provider. The service will be first introduced in Uganda where MTN’s Mobile Money service boasts of over one million users, a statement from MTN headquarters in South Africa - [Uganda Trails in World Tourism Ranking](https://www.ugandanway.com/news/uganda-trails-in-world-tourism-ranking/) - According to the Uganda Tourist Board (UTB), Uganda made over Shs1.5 trillion ($660 million) from the travel and tourism sector in 2010. Despite this the country still ranks among the lowest performing in the sector globally. In the fourth edition of the Travel & Tourism Competitiveness 2011 Report published by the World Economic Forum last - [The Ishasha Sector in Uganda](https://www.ugandanway.com/travel/the-ishasha-sector-in-uganda/) - [Uganda’s Airline business continues to Grow](https://www.ugandanway.com/news/ugandas-airline-business-continues-to-grow/) - Uganda’s skies have continued to attract attention of international airlines as they seek to tap into the country’s growing passenger traffic. Following Qatar Airways’ recent announcement to enter Uganda’s airline business, Gulf Air, Bahrain’s national carrier, announced it’s re-launch of flights to Entebbe effective December. Mr. Karim Makhlouf, the Gulf Air chief commercial officer, said - [Turkish Television Travel Show Crew visit Uganda](https://www.ugandanway.com/news/turkish-television-travel-show-crew-visit-uganda/) - A three-person crew from Kanal Türk TV in Turkey arrived in Uganda on November 10 to film a four-episode series on Uganda’s tourism for their travel show named Dinyayi Geziyoum (I am visiting the world). The crew who returned home on Monday night following a 15-day tour of Uganda visited several tourist and lodging sites, - [Conquering the Rwenzori Mountains](https://www.ugandanway.com/travel/conquering-the-rwenzori-mountains/) - The Rwenzori mountain is a world heritage site that lies on the Uganda-Congo border and is ranked as Africa’s third highest mountain with its highest peak(Margherita peak) on Mount Stanley reaching an elevation of 5,109m, along with Mount Speke (4,890 M) Mount Baker (4,844m) Mount Gessi (4,715m), Portal Peaks (4,391m) and the Great Tooth at - [Guide to Hiking the Mufumbiro Mountains](https://www.ugandanway.com/travel/guide-to-hiking-the-mufumbiro-mountains/) - A of couple of weeks back I asked this friend of mine, so passionate about mountain climbing to pen down a guide for my friends who might be interested in joining the mountaineering fraternity or those around the world planning on taking a mountaineering safari to Uganda. I trust you’ll love and find this article - [Guide to Hiking Mount Elgon](https://www.ugandanway.com/travel/guide-to-hiking-mount-elgon/) - Mount Elgon located on the Uganda-Kenya border stands at a height of 4,321m (14,176 ft) and is believed to be the largest and oldest solitary volcanic mountain in East Africa and one of the largest volcanic bases in the world. The mountain consists of 5 major peaks Wagagai at 4,321m, Sudek at 4,302m Koitobos at - [What to Keep in Mind When Hiring Wedding Car](https://www.ugandanway.com/tips/what-to-keep-in-mind-when-hiring-wedding-car/) - A wedding is one of the most unforgettable days of your life that creates memories (good or bad) lasting a lifetime but it is undeniable that it can be very stressful. This day comes with so much expectation and for this reason, maximum dedication and planning has to be put to make it successful and - [Guide to Renting a Car for Self Drive in Uganda](https://www.ugandanway.com/tips/car-rental-for-self-drive-in-uganda/) - One best way of traveling these days has become by renting a car and do a self-drive. Seating behind the wheels and decide on the matters concerning your holiday trip is a trending trail you can try out too. There a lot of factors to always consider when one is seeking out to renting a - [Uganda’s Coffee: Here’s the Scoop](https://www.ugandanway.com/business/ugandas-coffee/) - Uganda’s resident Coffee Expert, Roberts Mbabazi, shares with us some of his detailed knowledge about Uganda’s coffee and the coffee industry. Read on and you’ll be able to pass for an expert on Uganda’s favorite crop as well! How much coffee does Uganda produce a year? “Between 3 to 4 million (60kg) bags of coffee. - [Color Fun Run Event Returns This Easter Weekend](https://www.ugandanway.com/life/color-fun-run-event-returns-this-easter-weekend/) - The fun filled and exciting Color Fun Run event returns this Easter weekend and will be held in Uganda’s adventure town of Jinja courtesy of Uganda Waragi. The 5km event that has participants run, jog or walk with a splash of color at every kilometer will be held at Heralds Ground on Saturday 15thApril, 2017 - [Sheraton Kampala Hotel Recognized in the World Travel Awards](https://www.ugandanway.com/travel/sheraton-kampala-hotel-recognized-in-the-world-travel-awards/) - Sheraton Kampala Hotel this year celebrates 50 years in Kampala and a further recognition of this achievement has come in the form of a nomination for the prestigious World Travel Awards 2017 in two major categories; Uganda’s Leading Hotel and Uganda’s Leading Hotel Suite. The world travel awards have been around since 1993 and its - [Useful Tips for Camping in Uganda](https://www.ugandanway.com/travel/uganda-camping-tips/) - Picture your Tent Pole breaking on you while Camping, and having to find makeshift equipment and pieces to patch it together. Camping, whether for a first-timer or frequent Camper can be scary and intimidating. Simply analyzing all the important requirements from what type of tent, camping tools and sleeping bag can be an enormous task. - [Long Term Car Rental in East Africa](https://www.ugandanway.com/travel/long-term-car-rental-in-east-africa/) - Looking for budget long term car rental in East Africa? You have come to the right place. We offer well serviced rental cars to corporate organizations, Honey moon lovers, Private tourists, Family groups as well as car services for a long period of time ranging from 20 days, months to years. We offer huge discounts - [Luxury Car Rental Service in Uganda](https://www.ugandanway.com/travel/luxury-car-rental-service-in-uganda/) - The way of traveling has changed no matter the comfort, and self-drive has become the most trending. Luxury means comfort of highest degree, can this also happen with car rental? Of course, all starts with what you like. Renting a luxury trip on Uganda self-drive is very possible provided you get all that you wished. - [5 Amazing Cities to Visit in Uganda](https://www.ugandanway.com/travel/amazing-cities-to-visit-in-uganda/) - Here are the major cities in Uganda, the Pearl of Africa; Kampala The ancestral capital of the Buganda kingdom is modern day Uganda’s capital too. And for an African first city, Kampala has got real charm and panache. You can still see some of the thatched relics of the former glory years at the Kasubi - [5 Simple Techniques to Make You a Better Driver in Uganda](https://www.ugandanway.com/tips/techniques-to-make-you-better-driver-uganda/) - Driving in Uganda can be an overwhelming experience, especially for international travelers. The country's roads present several challenges, including narrow roads, potholes, reckless drivers, boda boda riders, traffic congestion, and even animal crossing. Additionally, some vehicles emit harmful fumes, which can add to the difficulty. To drive safely and confidently in Uganda, you must be - [What Determines Car Rental prices in Uganda](https://www.ugandanway.com/tips/what-determines-car-rental-prices-in-uganda/) - Car rental prices in Uganda can be influenced by several key factors, each playing a significant role in determining the cost you'll incur for your chosen mode of transportation. Understanding these factors can help you make informed decisions, potentially saving you money while ensuring you have reliable and comfortable private transportation for your needs. Rental - [Best Things to Do in Uganda](https://www.ugandanway.com/travel/best-things-to-do-in-uganda/) - In East Africa, Uganda is one of the magical tourism destinations and a highlight of many trips to Africa. Its strategic location, weather, green vegetation has led to fascinating history that dates back to being called the ‘Pearl of Africa’ though some prefer calling it the country Gifted by nature. Besides its also known as - [Experience Golden Monkey Tracking in Uganda](https://www.ugandanway.com/travel/golden-monkey-tracking-in-uganda/) - Uganda has a number of endangered wildlife that can be tracked, talk of mountain gorillas, chimpanzee, golden monkeys and many others. If your goal is to track unique primate species, Uganda is a must visit. It hosts over three unique primates that are hard to be found elsewhere. A primate safari in Uganda allows you - [Cultural and Adventure Tourism in Uganda](https://www.ugandanway.com/travel/cultural-and-adventure-tourism-in-uganda/) - Uganda, often referred to as the “Pearl of Africa,” is a country where rich traditions blend seamlessly with thrilling outdoor experiences. Located in the heart of East Africa, Uganda offers travelers a unique opportunity to immerse themselves in vibrant cultures while exploring dramatic landscapes ranging from misty mountains to vast savannah plains. Cultural and adventure - [Irish Tourist Explains How Uganda is the Powerful Pull of Africa](https://www.ugandanway.com/news/irish-tourist-explains-how-uganda-is-the-powerful-pull-of-africa/) - It’s 5.30 am and the drone of morning prayer drifts from the nearby mosque, waking me from a restless sleep. A fusion of other sounds invades my consciousness. Cockerels crow, Ibis birds shriek, crickets chirp, dogs bark. I can hear a baby’s cry in the distance. I open my eyes. My “shroud”, a white mosquito - [The Complete Guide to Self Driving Uganda](https://www.ugandanway.com/travel/guide-to-self-driving-uganda/) - Self drive car rental in Uganda has become one of the most popular ways to explore the country at your own pace. From gorilla trekking in Bwindi to wildlife safaris in Murchison Falls, Queen Elizabeth, and Kidepo Valley, Uganda offers diverse landscapes that are best experienced with the freedom of a self-drive vehicle. This detailed - [Bush Camping in Uganda](https://www.ugandanway.com/travel/bush-camping-in-uganda/) - Bush Camping or Just ‘Camping’ if you may; is one of the things everyone should try out at some point. Going on an adventure, exploring Uganda’s virgin beauty and raw nature is as exhilarating as it sounds, a getaway from the chaos of the city and to busk in the tranquility and relaxation of the - [Discovering Uganda's Beauty on the Mighty River Nile](https://www.ugandanway.com/travel/discovering-ugandas-beauty-on-the-mighty-river-nile/) - White water rafting is one of the best things to do on a Uganda safari holiday! Taken along the Nile in Jinja, the adventure capital of Uganda, rafting is an outdoor adventure that will help you discover the country's unspeakable beauty. Reaching Adrift, a person books at their Kampala office at 14 York Terrace, Kololo - [The Tree Climbing Lions of the Ishasha](https://www.ugandanway.com/travel/the-tree-climbing-lions-of-the-ishasha/) - Planning to travel to Uganda and you are wildlife enthusiast include game drive for sightings of the big cats as one of the most anticipated take away. However, the increasing population densities and lifestyles around national parks and protected areas have continued to exert a lot of pressure on wild game, especially the big cats. - [Guide to Gorilla Trekking in Mgahinga National Park](https://www.ugandanway.com/travel/gorilla-trekking-in-mgahinga/) - To list some of Uganda’s top captivating parks, Mgahinga Gorilla National Park cannot miss. Thousands of travelers from different parts of the world pack for a visit to Uganda mainly to uncover the ever praised thrills in Mgahinga national park. The park is geographically located in the Western part of Uganda along Uganda’s border with - [Newly Launched Uganda National Parks Set to Boost Self-Drive Safaris](https://www.ugandanway.com/travel/newly-launched-uganda-national-parks-set-to-boost-self-drive-safaris/) - Did you know how many national parks Uganda has today? You might think you’re updated, but you’re still stuck on the old list! Of course, you know the known ten national parks. But here’s the truth, Uganda’s tourism board keeps evolving. Anyone who hasn’t visited Uganda yet is missing out, because every time they hear - [The Art of a Self-Drive Traveler](https://www.ugandanway.com/travel/the-art-of-a-self-drive-traveler/) - Every great journey begins with a thought. For the solo traveler, the idea of a self-drive safari is more than just moving from one place to another, it is freedom, discovery, and adventure all in one. The art of self-drive travel starts long before the car engine roars to life. It begins with planning, dreaming, - [Unlocking Adventure: Your Ultimate Guide to Car Rental Uganda](https://www.ugandanway.com/travel/unlocking-adventure-your-ultimate-guide-to-car-rental-uganda/) - Unlocking Adventure: Your Ultimate Guide to Car Rental in Uganda for Unforgettable Journeys. Uganda, the Pearl of Africa, beckons adventurers with its stunning landscapes, rich biodiversity, and vibrant cultures. Whether you're drawn to the majestic secrets of the Bwindi Impenetrable Forest or the exhilarating experiences along the shores of Lake Victoria, the journey is just - [How to Style African American Hair](https://www.ugandanway.com/life/how-to-style-african-american-hair/) - While everyone should take good care of their hair, African-American hair requires extra care and attention. African-American hair grows more slowly, contains less water, and breaks more easily than Caucasian and Asian hair. Whether you have natural or chemically-treated hair, this article will show you how to care for and style African-American hair so that - [Fodors Names Uganda Among the Top 52 Destinations to Visit in 2019](https://www.ugandanway.com/news/fodors-names-uganda-among-the-top-52-destinations-to-visit-in-2019/) - Fodor’s Travel, the well international known tourist guidebook publisher has featured Uganda on its annual Go List as one of the best 52 destinations to visit in 2019. On this list there are only four African countries and Uganda is part of them. This news has been well received by the Uganda Tourism Board which - [Uganda is Safe Despite Ebola outbreak in Congo - WHO](https://www.ugandanway.com/news/uganda-is-safe-despite-ebola-outbreak-in-congo-who/) - WHO and Uganda Ministry of Health team confirm the Ebola outbreak & a team is deployed to monitor refugees that are pouring in from the embattled Democratic Republic of Congo. Despite the fears, Uganda has sent a team to screen all travelers coming in from Congo at all the borders as well as entry points - [Top 5 Adventure Activities to Do in Uganda](https://www.ugandanway.com/travel/adventure-activities-to-do-in-uganda/) - Meet Uganda's Big Five Adventures Coined by hunters as the most dangerous animals to hunt on foot, Africa’s Big Five have long dominated the safari scene, with travelers coming from across the globe to catch a sighting of these legendary animals. Even though Uganda is lucky enough to hold the Big Five within its borders - [Silverback Lodge: A Luxury Lodge in Bwindi](https://www.ugandanway.com/travel/silverback-lodge-bwindi/) - With a stunning and breathtaking view, the newly refurbished Silverback Lodge is a place worth getting holed up in for your next holiday. Delicately and beautifully perched atop the valley overlooking the famous Bwindi National Park, Silverback lodge boasts of splendid views of the valleys and forests that surround it; the main interest being Bwindi - [5 Most Enchanting Cities in Uganda](https://www.ugandanway.com/travel/popular-uganda-cities/) - Uganda is renowned for its mountain gorillas and often times that sheds a shadow on other attractions especially towns. There are amazing towns that are worthy visiting in Uganda. In towns like Entebbe, Fort Portal, Mbale, Jinja there’s something that makes such towns look attractive to visit on a safari. It could be the beaches - [The Tree Climbing Lions of Ishasha Sector](https://www.ugandanway.com/travel/the-tree-climbing-lions-of-ishasha/) - Have you ever seen or encountered the tree climbing lions? If yes, then you are among the few people. If not it’s not too late for you to see them. The Lions - the Kings of the Jungle are found within several national parks in Uganda, South Africa, Tanzania and Kenya but the tree-climbing lions - [Best 8 Uganda Traditional Dances](https://www.ugandanway.com/culture/best-uganda-traditional-dances/) - From the north to South, East to West, Uganda is endowed with numerous tribes (totaling to over 54 tribes), each with interesting cultures as well as traditional dance moves that will blow your mind. Each of these dances is a symbol of identity, unity and custom among the people and while on your cultural tour, - [Uganda Wildlife: 25 Amazing Animals to See in Uganda](https://www.ugandanway.com/travel/amazing-uganda-wildlife/) - Uganda is home to amazing wildlife which is well protected and conserved in its 10 national parks and 13 wildlife reserves. There are animals of various categories such as large mammals, birds, reptiles. Check this list of 25 animals. 1. The Mountain Gorilla Mountain gorilla (gorilla beringei beringei) is the world’s largest primate. A male - [Adventure Getaway in Kisoro](https://www.ugandanway.com/travel/adventure-getaway-in-kisoro/) - About nine hours southwest of Kampala lays the sleepy town of Kisoro. It’s unique geography, located on the corner of Uganda, Rwanda and the DR Congo, makes it home to one of the most stunning landscapes in East Africa. It is here, amongst lakes and mountains, that you will find the Volcano Safari lodge. Established - [Traveling Outside Uganda: Make a Break for the Border](https://www.ugandanway.com/travel/traveling-outside-uganda/) - This is the second article of a special two-part series on making the most of Uganda’s neighbors. If you missed last week’s first article you might want to start there. This week’s article looks at how you can make the most of Uganda, at the heart of East Africa as a fantastic starting point for - [Batwa People: Marginalized People of Uganda](https://www.ugandanway.com/culture/batwa-people/) - In the year 1992, the Batwa were living in Bwindi Impenetrable National Park and Mgahinga National Park of Uganda. Plans were in high gear to gazette both forests as national parks. There was intense debate on the fate of the Batwa, a pygmoid tribe that used to live as hunters and fruit gatherers in the - [The Less Known Mountain Gorillas of Mgahinga Volcanoes](https://www.ugandanway.com/travel/the-less-known-mountain-gorillas-of-mgahinga-volcanoes/) - Mgahinga Gorilla National Park is the smallest of all Uganda's national park. This less known national park is situated in the south western part of Uganda in Kisoro district. It was created to protect the Virunga gorillas that are resident in the park and it’s the smallest national park of the three national parks in - [5 Reasons Why 4x4 Cars Are Necessary for Self Drive in Uganda?](https://www.ugandanway.com/travel/why-hire-4x4-cars-for-self-drive/) - Uganda is one of the most endowed African destinations with several wildlife species especially big five animals, primates like mountain gorillas, chimpanzees and different monkeys, water bodies inform of waterfalls, rivers and Lakes in addition to over 1061 species of beautiful birds that will take your breath away. You might have probably decided to visit ## Pages - [Driving in Uganda](https://www.ugandanway.com/travel-guide/driving-in-uganda/) - The self-driving is not so common in Uganda, but adventurous travelers always opt for self-driving to really be comfortable, flexible and enjoy the adventures in Uganda. However, it is not very easy to drive in a country you are not familiar with because roads can be different and put you at risk position of getting - [About](https://www.ugandanway.com/about/) - The Ugandan Way is a new interactive community website, primarily with user driven Uganda, but also with other East Africa and Africa related content. Have you got photos or video clips you have made that promote your community or some aspect of your country? Have you visited some place as a foreign or local tourist - [Bwindi Impenetrable National Park](https://www.ugandanway.com/national-parks/bwindi-impenetrable-national-park/) - The famous Bwindi Impenetrable National Park is another primate lover paradise with half of the mountain gorillas living in the entire world. The forest belongs to the Uganda government though initially it was a home to the Batwa people also called Pygmies who accepted to vacate their traditional home for the conservation of mountain gorillas. - [Contribute](https://www.ugandanway.com/contribute/) - Ugandan Way is a new interactive community website, primarily with user driven Uganda, but also with other East Africa and Africa related content. Have you got photos or video clips you have made that promote your community or some aspect of your country? Have you visited some place as a foreign or local tourist and - [Great Reads](https://www.ugandanway.com/great-reads/) - A quick internet search for books on, or about, Uganda brings up an eclectic mix. Despite the average bookshop in Kampala not carrying a huge number of books about the country there is a wealth of information and collections online. But there’s no need to spend hours scouring the internet for your next Uganda read - [Kampala](https://www.ugandanway.com/cities/kampala/) - Kampala is the Capital city and the business district of Uganda. It is spread over many hills and enjoys pleasant weather. It is one of the fastest growing cities on the African continent. Its architecture is a mixture of the modern, the colonial and the Indian buildings. To the south is Lake Victoria, the world’s - [Cities](https://www.ugandanway.com/cities/) - There are several cities and towns in Uganda. Here is a list of the largest cities in Uganda. Central Uganda Kampala - the Capital City of Uganda Masaka Eastern Uganda Mbale - Jinja - the Adventure Capital of Uganda Western Uganda Fort Portal Mbarara Hoima Northern Uganda Lira Arua Gulu - [Geography](https://www.ugandanway.com/about-uganda/geography/) - Uganda is located at an average altitude of 1,100 metres (3,250 ft) above sea level on the East African plateau, which gently slopes towards the plains of Sudan in the north. A landlocked country, Uganda is situated almost completely in the Nile basin although south Uganda is rather dry. The large lakes of Uganda are - [Visa & Passports](https://www.ugandanway.com/travel-guide/visa-passports/) - A valid passport is mandatory for any visitor to Uganda. Student visa costs US$20 A single entry visa will cost US$50 Multiple entry 6 months US$200 Transit visa US$50 Visa requirements are subject to change. It is therefore advisable to take advice from the relevant embassies before traveling. Entry permit A Single journey entry permit - [Car Rental](https://www.ugandanway.com/travel-guide/car-rental/) - It advisable that you hire a 4WD vehicle with a driver for your safari from a registered and licensed car hire specialists. Do not rent a Taxi “matatu” vehicle because if it breaks down on the way, all your travel plans are hampered because they do not provide a rescue vehicle. There are several car - [Car Rental](https://www.ugandanway.com/getting-around/car-rental-2/) - For the last few years, car rentals have become very popular. It's easy to find a car for any purpose, whether it's a luxury car to break out of the routine, or a practical car which will help you get where you want to go. The following are some of the car rental tips: Be - [Uganda Presidents](https://www.ugandanway.com/about-uganda/government/uganda-presidents/) - H. E. Yoweri K. Museveni He came to power after a successful five year guerrilla struggle. Yoweri Kaguta Museveni has now been President of Uganda for 26 years. He has stood for democratic elections four times and won and he is still going strong. President Tito Okello Lutwa (General) Born in Nam Okora, Kitgum district - [People and Culture](https://www.ugandanway.com/about-uganda/people-and-culture/) - People and Culture: Uganda is a study in cultural diversity. To talk about one Ugandan culture is therefore wrong. Uganda has diverse cultural groups speaking over thirty different languages. The people can be classified into the following broad categories, the Bantu, the Nilotics, the Madi-Okoru or the Sudanic speaking and the Pygmoid people. The Bantu: - [Population](https://www.ugandanway.com/about-uganda/population/) - The population of Uganda is 40,000,000 according to 2018 estimates. Kampala city, the capital is about 3,000,000. About 51% are female with 43.5% of whom belonging to the 15 - 49 age group. The percentage of the population in the age group 0 - 9 (children) is 33.9%, 10 - 19 (early adolescence) is 24.1%, - [Obote II Regime](https://www.ugandanway.com/history/obote-ii-regime/) - THE OBOTE II REGIME Following the 1980 elections, Obote became President of Uganda for the second time. The country was once again plunged into political and economic chaos. Extra-judicial killings became the order of the day as Obote failed to control the army (UNLA), which took the law into its own hands in its fight - [1980 Elections](https://www.ugandanway.com/history/1980-elections/) - UGANDA PATRIOTIC MOVEMENT In 1980, a new political party, the Uganda Patriotic Movement (UPM) had been formed under the leadership of Mr. Yoweri Kaguta Museveni. Its membership and leadership were composed of elements from the Fronasa (Front for National Salvation). Fronasa had been a follow-up to the student movement of the 1960s that had been - [Uganda National Liberation Movement](https://www.ugandanway.com/history/national-liberation-movement/) - UGANDA NATIONAL LIBERATION FRONT A combined force of Ugandan fighters together with the Tanzania Peoples Defence Forces (TPDF) finally defeated Amin in April 1979. Prior to the overthrow of Amin, President Julius Nyerere had called a conference at Moshi, Tanzania of various Ugandan political groups that were opposed to Amin. The Moshi conference formed that - [Idi Amin Coup](https://www.ugandanway.com/history/idi-amin-coup/) - Obote sabotaged those who wanted to oppose his misuse of power. In this atmosphere of antagonism, Idi Amin used a disgruntled section of the army to overthrow Obote's government on January 25 1971. By 1969, Obote had banned political parties and started a "move to the left". He had made the "Nakivubo Pronouncements" on May - [1966 Uganda Crisis](https://www.ugandanway.com/history/1966-uganda-crisis/) - From the start, the alliance between KY and UPC was bound to collapse because Obote and Muteesa had different agendas. The issue of the 'lost counties' of Buyaga, Buwekula and Bugangayizi became a hot issue and a referendum was held in those counties, to resolve it. The Kabaka and the Lukiiko opposed this referendum and - [Independence](https://www.ugandanway.com/history/independence/) - With the impending self-government elections in April 162, UPC made an alliance with the KY in order to defeat DP. One of the terms of the alliance, which was later adopted in the 1962 Constitution, was for Buganda to hold indirect elections for Buganda's representatives in Parliament. This was opposed by DP but to no - [Internal Independence](https://www.ugandanway.com/history/internal-independence/) - THE 1961 ELECTIONS The colonial administrators demanded countrywide elections, which were held in 1961. However, the Buganda Lukiiko, which was against direct elections for fear of a Catholic victory, boycotted the elections. The boycott was carried through by intimidation and harassment of all those who turned up for voter registration. Consequently, voter turn-up in Buganda - [Political Parties](https://www.ugandanway.com/history/political-parties/) - There were several political parties that were formed to unite and rally Ugandans against the British Rule. UGANDA NATIONAL CONGRESS By the 1950s, some elements in the population had realized the need for a political platform where they could derive power to agitate for economic independence and reject exploitation and monopoly, especially by the Indians. - [Resistance Movements](https://www.ugandanway.com/history/resistance-movements/) - THE FIRST RESISTANCE MOVEMENTS The first resistance in Uganda was directed at Buganda's proxy colonialism. Examples are the Nyangire-Abaganda rebellion of Bunyoro and Ankole, which was against the Baganda chiefs whom the colonial administration deployed in Bunyoro after the fall the fall of the Omukama (king) Kabalega; the Nyabingi cult of Kigezi; the Lamogi of - [Britain Colonizes Uganda](https://www.ugandanway.com/history/britain-colonizes-uganda/) - THE IMPERIAL BRITISH EAST AFRICAN COMPANY: Around this time, the British Government sent FJ Jackson as an agent of the Imperial British East Africa Company. His role was to oversee the British sphere of influence, which included Buganda. While on his way, Jackson heard the news that Karl Peters, a German who was preferred by - [Before Colonization](https://www.ugandanway.com/history/before-colonization/) - Before Colonization: The present-day Uganda was forged by the British between 1890 and 1926. The name Uganda was derived from the Buganda Kingdom.It is important to note that the British were not the first people to unite Uganda. Before the British united Uganda, the Bachwezi dynasty controlled or influenced parts of Uganda, Rwanda, Congo and - [Languages](https://www.ugandanway.com/about-uganda/languages/) - Uganda has forty indigenous languages and they fall into three main families—Bantu, Nilotic and Central Most Ugandans speak Luganda than English English, the language of the colonizing power, was introduced in government and public life by way of missionary work and the educational system. During the first decades of the twentieth century, Swahili gained influence - [Getting to Uganda](https://www.ugandanway.com/getting-to-uganda/) - Uganda-The Pearl of Africa is accessible in different ways. A passport valid for six months beyond the date of entry, visa, evidence of yellow fever vaccination, as well as a polio vaccination for children younger than five, are required before you enter Uganda. Visas are available at Entebbe Airport upon arrival or may be obtained - [Districts](https://www.ugandanway.com/districts/) - Uganda is divided into four administrative regions: Northern Eastern, Central, and Western. These regions are further divided into 121 districts and one city -the capital city Kampala. Most districts are named after their main commercial and administrative towns. Since 2005, the Ugandan government has been in the process of dividing districts into smaller units. This - [Kidepo Valley National Park](https://www.ugandanway.com/national-parks/kidepo-valley-national-park/) - In the far northeast, north of Mount Elgon, Kidepo Valley National Park is Uganda’s second biggest National Park yet undiscovered by the mass safari market. The provides refuge to a long list of dry-country species not found elsewhere in the country.’It doent get more remote than this’ is the draw card for Kidepos’ unsurpassed scenery. - [Murchison Falls National Park](https://www.ugandanway.com/national-parks/murchison-falls-national-park/) - The country’s largest protected area, Murchison Falls National Park is studded with Borasus palm and grassland supporting birdlife lion, buffalo, elephant and Uganda kob, Rothschild’s giraffe and Patas monkey. The launch cruise offers close up views to Hippos galore, and crocodiles poised at the shores. There is also a walking trail from the top of - [Social Achievements](https://www.ugandanway.com/history/nrm/social-achievements/) - Security and professionalization of the army At dawn of independence, holding power in Uganda witnessed a change of hands from civilian to people in uniform. The Amin regime 1971-79 had a bunch of semi illiterate and in disciplined country officers that were recruited along polarized ethic and tribal groupings. This had implication to the security - [Political Achievements](https://www.ugandanway.com/history/nrm/political-achievements/) - Security and professionalization of the army At dawn of independence, holding power in Uganda witnessed a change of hands from civilian to people in uniform. The Amin regime 1971-79 had a bunch of semi illiterate and in disciplined country officers that were recruited along polarized ethic and tribal groupings. This had implication to the security - [Economic Achievements](https://www.ugandanway.com/history/nrm/economic-achievements/) - NRM government inherited a dilapidated economy that had suffered from the Amin’s brought about by civil wars and political instability since 1970s. The country GDP declined further following the ruthless approach of President Idi Amin towards foreign investors. The economic polices ruined the economy further including the subsistence sector (Mamdani 1983) the economic war had - [NRM Government](https://www.ugandanway.com/history/nrm/) - THE NATIONAL RESISTANCE MOVEMENT A new political group that wanted to change the politics of Uganda started an armed struggle on February 6 1981. This group formed the National Resistance Movement, which was supported by the peasants and lead by the intelligentsia. The armed wing of the Movement the National Resistance Army (NRA) fought a - [Travel Documents](https://www.ugandanway.com/travel-guide/travel-documents/) - Travel documents enable you to go from one country to another. Travelling to Uganda, you need the following travel documents for security purposes:- All tourists to Uganda are kindly requested to comply with some requirements before they can get a visa to Uganda. Every traveler must have a valid passport of nationality or origin issued - [Trade](https://www.ugandanway.com/trade/) - Non-Traditional Exports Maize Beans and other Legumes Fish and Fish products Cattle hides Traditional Export Crops Coffee Cotton Tea Tobacco Sesame seeds Soya beans Soap Electric Current Cocoa beans Cobalt Hoes and hand tools Pepper Vanilla Live animals Fruits Groundnuts Bananas Roses and Cut flowers Ginger Gold and gold compounds Petroleum products - [Uganda National Anthem](https://www.ugandanway.com/about-uganda/uganda-national-anthem/) - "Oh Uganda, Land of Beauty" is the Uganda National Anthem. It was adopted in 1962 with words and music composed by late Professor George Wilberforce Kakoma. Oh, Uganda! May God uphold thee, We lay our future in thy hand United, free for liberty together we’ll always stand. Oh, Uganda! the land of freedom, Our love and labour we - [Uganda Flag](https://www.ugandanway.com/about-uganda/uganda-flag/) - The Uganda Flag is a national symbol of the country. The flag is made up of 3 colors. It is composed of a total of six horizontal stripes of black, yellow, red, black, yellow, red, black. The Black Colour symbolizes our African heritage and Uganda’s fertile soil; Yellow is for the glorious sunny days throughout the - [Karuma Wildlife Reserve](https://www.ugandanway.com/game-reserves/karuma-wildlife-reserve/) - Karuma Wildlife Reserve is located in Masindi District in western Uganda and is 902 metres above sea level. It is found in the areas of Murchison Falls National Park, Kaniyo Pabidi, Budongo Forest Reserves and Bugungu Wildlife Reserve. The reserve is known for large animals like buffaloes and elephants besides the smaller types. It has an - [Game Reserves](https://www.ugandanway.com/game-reserves/) - Uganda has several gazetted game reserves. AJAI AND MADI WILDLIFE RESERVES Located along the banks of The Albert Nile, Ajai and East Madi Wildlife Reserves are perfect stopovers to break the journey between the North East and North Western wildlife corridors for nature enthusiasts. Sport hunting opportunities exist in Ajai Wildlife Reserve under the Uganda - [The Executive](https://www.ugandanway.com/about-uganda/government/the-executive/) - Uganda is a Sovereign State and a Republic. It is a sitting member of the United Nations, African Union, The East African Community and the Commonwealth. The power of the Executive Branch is vested in the President of Uganda, who also acts as head of state and Commander-in-Chief of the armed forces. The President is - [Judiciary](https://www.ugandanway.com/about-uganda/government/judiciary/) - The Judiciary's mandate is found in Article 126 (1) of the Constitution of the Republic of Uganda: "Judicial Power is derived from the people and shall be exercised by the Courts established under this Constitution in the name of the people and in conformity with the law and with the values, norms and aspirations of the people." - [Jinja](https://www.ugandanway.com/towns/jinja/) - Jinja is located at the northern end on Lake Victoria in South Eastern Uganda. The town is spread out with few high-rise buildings outside city center. The Town is situated on the east bank of the River, where the longest river in the World, the Nile starts its 6,670 km journey from Lake Victoria to - [Entebbe](https://www.ugandanway.com/towns/entebbe/) - Entebbe in the local luganda language means a ‘seat’ or ‘chair’ where the Buganda chief always sat when deciding on legal cases of his subjects. This stone inform of a seat where he used to seat is located in Lake Victoria and remains a strong cultural attraction up to today. Entebbe town is small and - [Towns](https://www.ugandanway.com/towns/) - There are several towns in Uganda, the Pearl of Africa. - [Tour Operators](https://www.ugandanway.com/travel-guide/tour-operators/) - Looking for a tour operator in Uganda, the Pearl of Africa? We have put together a comprehensive listing of safari companies offering packaged tours in Uganda. ABLE SAFARIS Plot 20, William Street, Rene Building. Kampala-UGANDA Telephone: +256-41-4590379 Mobile: +256-712-194515 Email: info@ablesafaris.com Website: www.ablesafaris.com EXPERIENCE AFRICA SAFARIS Kampala - Entebbe Road, Tel: +256 712 172005 Email: - [Driving in Uganda](https://www.ugandanway.com/getting-around/driving-in-uganda/) - Uganda has improved on its road network the recent years therefore tourist transport is not a burden in Uganda any more. Primary roads to main tourist destinations are tarmacked. If you are planning on driving on secondary or feeder roads, please note that these are unsealed, we recommend that you prepare yourself by taking a - [Getting Around](https://www.ugandanway.com/getting-around/) - You can easily get around Uganda. By Air By Land By Water - [Religions](https://www.ugandanway.com/culture/religions/) - Uganda has a fairly conservative Christian/Muslim based society. It is generally not considered acceptable for women to wear skimpy clothing or to have overt displays of sexuality. The only exception is in certain night life situations in Kampala. Most Ugandans go to church / mosque regularly and consider religion an important part of a moral - [Public Reports](https://www.ugandanway.com/public-reports/) - Any Ugandan with access to a mobile phone or the web can report any abuse, a comment to info@ugandawatch.org Feeds shows the latest news items retrieved from the site's feeds. You can switch the display between articles, condensed list, and map display modes using the icons at the top right. - [Lake Bunyonyi](https://www.ugandanway.com/lakes/lake-bunyonyi/) - Lake Bunyonyi is a leisure island in western Uganda that still holds the true natural beauty despite the increasing demand of tourism and development. The locals are very welcoming, the islands are too beautiful full of incredible views and history behind most Lake Islands put a smile on every visitors face. The boat ride gives - [Lakes](https://www.ugandanway.com/lakes/) - Uganda has several lakes. - [Things to See](https://www.ugandanway.com/things-to-see/) - Uganda is quickly becoming a popular tourist destination not only for seeing mountain gorillas but much more that make your stay comfortable and memorable. With the rich history, lush rain forests, incredible people, lakes, mountains the country has a lot to offer. The most visited Uganda national Park in western Uganda-Bwindi forest has a wide - [Chimpanzee Tracking](https://www.ugandanway.com/things-to-do/chimpanzee-tracking/) - Would you like to meet the fascinating chimpanzees in their natural home? Why not opt for a chimpanzee safari in Uganda? Uganda is one of the best destinatons wherr traveldrs can easily see chimpanzees in the wild. With several tropical rain forests, Uganda hosts an incredible population of these great apes! Kibale has been dubbed - [Things to Do](https://www.ugandanway.com/things-to-do/) - Uganda is a diverse destination for travellers. Most people are aware that the holiday season is coming soon, with long breaks for Thanksgiving, Christmas, and New Year’s Eve, and so stay put for the rest of the year. But smart travellers know that there are tons of deals to take advantage of around this time - [Mgahinga Gorilla National Park](https://www.ugandanway.com/national-parks/mgahinga-gorilla-national-park/) - Mgahinga Gorilla National park is Uganda’s smallest park with only 33 square kilometers, this forest sits high amidst a number of volcanoes. The park is part of the huge Virunga conservation area, a straddle that borders Uganda, Rwanda and Democratic republic of Congo (DRC) with a total of eight (8) volcanoes of which two (2) - [Queen Elizabeth National Park](https://www.ugandanway.com/national-parks/queen-elizabeth-national-park/) - Activities The boat trip in Queen Elizabeth National park is done on the impressive Kazinga Channel a 40 km water long natural channel that links Lake Edward with Lake George. Normally the boat sets off every day at 09:00 am in the morning and at 2:00pm in the afternoon. The boat cruise may take from - [National Parks](https://www.ugandanway.com/national-parks/) - There are 10 national parks that protect incredible flora and fauna in Uganda. Bwindi Impenetrable National Park Also known as the most populated mountain gorilla home in the world, Bwindi forest is a stunning series of hilly thick forest vegetation in western Uganda. The park becomes a world heritage site back then which is why - [Travel Guide](https://www.ugandanway.com/travel-guide/) - Shopping Necessary commodities are available in supermarkets, shops and local markets countrywide. Roadside markets offer a variety of fruits like bananas, mangoes, oranges, avocado, pawpaw, apples, carrots etc. Make sure that you wash the fruits thoroughly before eating; however, you can enjoy roasted chicken, goat meat and banana (gonja) on the spot. Weather The climate - [Culture](https://www.ugandanway.com/culture/) - Uganda's population is made up of a complex and diverse range of tribes. Lake Kyoga forms the northern boundary for the Bantu-speaking peoples, who dominate much of east, central and southern Africa. The Ugandan Culture is very different from the West and like in your culture there are accepted things one should do but also - [Education](https://www.ugandanway.com/education/) - The government of Uganda recognizes education as a basic human right and continues to strive to provide free primary education to all children in the country. However, Issues with funding, teacher training, rural populations, and inadequate facilities continue to hinder the progress of educational development in Uganda. The majority of literate Ugandans go through two - [Investment](https://www.ugandanway.com/investment/) - Uganda offers an exceptional opportunity for your business in the heart of Africa. Located almost in the center of the widespread African Market, Uganda is already the preferred home of several leading global corporations and international organizations. Uganda is one of the fastest growing economies (+6%) and one of the most liberal countries for foreign - [Parliament](https://www.ugandanway.com/about-uganda/government/parliament/) - The Parliament of Uganda derives its mandate and functions from the 1995 Constitution, the Laws of Uganda and its own Rules of Procedure. The Constitution contains articles which provide for the establishment, composition and functions of the Parliament of Uganda and empowers Parliament "to make laws on any matter for the peace, order, development and - [Communication](https://www.ugandanway.com/communication/) - Prior to 1996, Uganda's communications infrastructure was among the least developed, not only in Africa, but also in the whole world. For example, at the end of 1996 Uganda had 45,145 fixed lines which translate in a tele-density of 0.21 per hundred people, while in respect of postal services, the per capita number of letters - [Agriculture](https://www.ugandanway.com/agriculture/) - Agriculture being the backbone and core sector of Uganda’s economy, the country’s favorable soil conditions and climate have contributed to the agricultural success. Most areas of Uganda have usually received plenty of rainfall. In some years, small areas of the southeast and southwest have averaged more than 150 millimeters per month. In the north, there - [Government](https://www.ugandanway.com/about-uganda/government/) - Uganda has seen diverse changes in its political system since the signing of the 1900 Buganda agreement. In 1962 Uganda saw itself into independence, hence appointing the very first president of Uganda (Sir Kabaka Muteesa II). Through out the years it has experienced immerse political diversion from the politically diver stated Uganda to a peaceful - [Industry](https://www.ugandanway.com/industry/) - In the late 1980s, most manufacturing industries relied on agricultural products for raw materials and machinery, and as a result, the problems plaguing the agriculture sector hampered both production and marketing in manufacturing. Processing cotton, coffee, sugar, and food crops were major industries, but Uganda also produced textiles, tobacco, beverages, wood and paper products, construction - [Health](https://www.ugandanway.com/health/) - With one of the fastest-growing economies in Africa, Uganda has much of which to be proud. However, it continues to face the challenges and dilemmas of a developing nation. A country of geographic contrasts from tropical Lake Victoria to the famed Mountains of the Moon. Uganda is also home to more than 30 distinct ethnic - [History](https://www.ugandanway.com/history/) - The history of Uganda comprises the history of the territory of present-day Uganda in East Africa and the peoples inhabiting the region. Political History of Uganda: The political history of Uganda is long and complex. From the "Cradle of Civilization" to present date, Uganda's history has been both varied and fascinating. This section attempts to - [Community Tourism](https://www.ugandanway.com/tourism/community-tourism/) - Community Tourism Community Tourism is taking root in Uganda's overall economic strategies to revamp tourism in the country. Community Tourism aims at involving the local people in the planning, decision-making and implementation of tourism development activities. This form of tourism assures that the benefits stay as much as possible in the local community. 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