Kampala, Uganda – On 22nd November 2025, Uganda welcomed a Mauritius Travel-Trade Delegation for a week-long familiarisation mission aimed at strengthening bilateral tourism cooperation, boosting commercial visibility, and expanding inter-market partnerships. The delegation arrived at Entebbe International Airport aboard Kenya Airways, where the Uganda High Commission in Dar-es-Salaam, together with the Uganda Tourism Board (UTB), AfriReps Consult, the Ministry of Foreign Affairs, and other sector stakeholders, officially received them. Their arrival marked the beginning of an immersive experience showcasing Uganda’s landscapes, conservation achievements, and cultural heritage.
Ms. Laura Kahuga, First Secretary representing the Uganda High Commission, formally welcomed the delegation and encouraged them to feel at home as they explored Uganda’s tourism offerings, cultural vibrancy, and hospitality. In her remarks, she emphasized the mission’s significance as a key step in advancing tourism diplomacy. She highlighted Uganda’s diverse natural treasures, conservation leadership, and cultural richness, noting that these assets presented strong potential for joint promotion and increased cross-border trade. She stated that the initiative reflected a shared commitment to strengthening African tourism corridors and enhancing cooperation through sustainability, knowledge exchange, and market diversification. Hosting Mauritius’ top travel-trade representatives demonstrated Uganda’s readiness to cultivate new connections, shape fresh narratives, and unlock broader regional opportunities.
During their seven-day stay, the delegation visited several of Uganda’s iconic attractions, including Ziwa Rhino Sanctuary, Murchison Falls National Park, Kibale Forest, the Batwa cultural experience, and the internationally renowned gorilla trekking adventure in Bwindi. Each activity was curated to highlight Uganda’s tourism strengths, conservation successes, and the role of tourism in the country’s economic diplomacy.
Throughout the mission, the delegation engaged with tourism authorities, conservation experts, cultural institutions, and private-sector leaders to explore opportunities for structured collaboration, joint promotional efforts, and improved connectivity between Uganda and Mauritius. The visit stood as a testament to Uganda’s tourism excellence and Africa’s potential when countries invest in each other and present a unified voice on the global travel stage.
Photo credit; Owen Benjamin Lekuni
