UNESCO recommends removal of Ugandan royal tombs from endangered heritage list

The United Nations cultural agency, UNESCO, has recommended the removal of the Tombs of Buganda Kings in Uganda from its list of endangered heritage sites. The Tombs of Buganda Kings in Uganda have been suggested for removal from the list of endangered heritage sites by UNESCO, the United Nations body for culture. These tombs, which […]

Ugandans urged to plant at least one tree annually as an individual contribution towards environmental conservation

During the World Environment Day celebrations on June 5th, 2023, at Kololo independence grounds, the Minister for Water and Environment in Uganda, Hon. Sam Cheptoris, urged every citizen to plant at least one tree annually. The call to action emphasizes the importance of individual contributions towards environmental conservation and highlights the government’s commitment to addressing […]

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Uganda’s Major Cultural Tourist Attraction Sites

Uganda is a country located in East Africa, and it is home to diverse cultural attractions that attract visitors from all over the world. The country boasts of a rich cultural heritage, with over 50 indigenous tribes that have unique customs, traditions, and beliefs. These cultural attractions provide a glimpse into the lives of the […]

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Hannah Karema Tumukunde Crowned Miss Uganda 2023

Hannah Karema was crowned the winner of the Miss Uganda 2023 beauty pageant at the finale held at UMA Multipurpose Hall on Saturday 18th March 2023. Due to The COVID-19 pandemic, Miss Uganda had been last held in July 2019, where Oliver Nakakande was crowned the winner. It returned with a glamorous red carpet-event on Saturday […]

Weaving baskets reviving hope for Bwindi women in Uganda

When Evace Kemigisha tied the knot with Robert Kanaama 25 years ago, she didn’t know the responsibility of caring for their nine children would fall on her shoulders. Like many other women squeezed into an area with poor conditions to thrive, chances of making it beyond the remote villages by the impenetrable forest are slim. […]

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A tougher anti-gay law was passed by Ugandan Parliament.

Uganda’s parliament has unanimously approved a law with harsher punishments for those who participate in same-sex acts. The Bill was supported by 73% of all legislators. After the Law was unanimously approved by Parliament, speaker Anita Among declared, “This House will not hesitate to restrict any right to the degree that the House respects, preserves, […]

Discovering the Heart and Soul of Uganda: A Cultural and Culinary Journey

Uganda is a country located in East Africa and is known for its diverse wildlife, scenic beauty, and vibrant culture. The lifestyle of Ugandans is heavily influenced by their traditional customs and practices as well as their colonial history and modernisation. Family is at the heart of Ugandan society, and the extended family plays a […]