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Kanye West Visits Uganda

October 13, 2018

America hip-hop star and rapper Kanye Omari West has confirmed his trip to Uganda after telling journalists in the United States that he will be heading to the Pearl of Africa to complete his Yandhi album.

Kanye West was quoted in video circulating on social media saying that “we are going into the deep sea” and mentioning Uganda as his destination. He added, “We haven’t seen 90% of our world. We are going to Africa-Uganda.

While in an interview with TMZ last week, Kanye said he needed to “go and grab the soil so that his fans can hear nature while we are recording”. He revealed that the Album lacked a few African elements before it could be released hence the need to visit Africa.

“It is just a full Ye album and those five albums I dropped earlier were like superhero rehabilitation and now the alien Ye is fully back in mode…We are going to Africa in two weeks to record. I felt this energy when I was in Chicago. I felt the roots. We have to go to what is known as Africa”, said Kanye West.

While in Uganda, we understand that Kanye West will be staying at Chobe Safari Lodge in Murchison Falls national park. Chobe is one of the best lodging facilities in the country with amazing views for tourists. The hip-hop rapper will be staying at this lodge for a week and will be leaving on October 19th.

It is not yet clear whether Kanye West will part with his wife super socialite Kim Kardashian for his stay in Uganda. The celebrated couple got married in 2014 now with children already including 2 daughters North Nori West born in 2013, Chicago West born this year and a son Saint West born in 2015.

The rapper has recently been a subject to controversies following his slavery comments on TMZ TV where he said that slavery was a choice. On Thursday Kanye also made more headlines when he had a meeting with US president Donald Trump and endorsed his “Make America Great Again” (MAGA) campaign. He wore Trump’s MAGA hat and said that it made him feel like a superman.

Uganda Celebrates 56 Years of Independence

Myuganda

October 10, 2018

Uganda Celebrates 56 Years of Independence
On 9th October 2018, all roads were headed to Lukoama playground, in Kasasa Sub County in Kakuuto County in district to celebrate Uganda’s 56th year of independence with a theme of “standing tall as we celebrate achievement of our 56 years of independence”. There was a lot of jubilation on all streets of Kyotera as locals and Uganda at large celebrated the country’s big day in this newly established district (Kyotera district). Hundreds of people from near and far regions flocked Kasasa ground to be part of this event. Among these were prominent Uganda ambassadors, ministers, religious peoples, councilors and members of parliament who could not miss this colorful event. Also, fleets of yellow buses were seen on streets of Kyotera picking locals and taking them to the ground free of charge. The free buses started as early as 7:00am and many people were seen lining on the streets waiting for the free pick up to Kasasa ground.
Security was so tight as police deployed in all corners of kyotera to ensure peace and safety of all people together with their properties. We recognize the efforts of the Uganda police since no chaos was seen. Security encouraged normal operations such as of daily businesses in Kyotera. People were seen operating their small business by the roadside and in Kasasa town council without any disturbance. Great thanks to Uganda police for their tireless efforts.

Uganda’s first independence was celebrated on 9th October 1962 when Milton Obote the first prime minister of Uganda announced the freedom of Uganda which brought hope for political stability, economic development and improved social and civil services in the pearl of Africa. The ceremony was celebrated at Kololo ceremonial grounds. As always, this year’s celebrations were preceded with a night of prayer by the house of prayer ministries in Nambole stadium. Believers thanked God for the great things he has done and also praying for peace and security in the pearl of Africa. President Museveni who has been Uganda’s president for the last 33 years was the chief guest of the celebration.

How the celebration activities scheduled?
The celebration started as early as 8:00am when people mostly the entertainers and local people started arriving one by one. The master of ceremony was ready by 8:00am to announce the arrival of each and every guest while giving updates on how the whole celebration was going to be.

Recognition of Kyotera’s developments
At 9:02am, there was a brief discussion on how far Kyotera district has come and the developments this new district has achieved in the shortest time possible.
Its now one year when kyotera was declared a district from being part of Rakai district. The steady development kyotera district has achieved since its launching were worth celebrating. The capacity of the district to host the 56th independence anniversary celebration is enough to prove how Kyotera has developed compared to other new districts in Uganda. Among the developments Kyotera has attained include tarmacked roads which support various home businesses such as food vending, retail and wholesale shops plus electronics and solar shops, stationery shops, internet cafes, hardware shops, photo studio, woodwork stations, and schools banks, microfinance institutions, clinics, pharmacies, kiosks, mobile money shops and maize and coffee mills among others businesses have been established in the district. Also luxury hotels such as Serona hotel, Nabisere hotel and Motel highway hotel among others have been established in Kyotera to provide food and sleeping services to visitors. On the other hand, issues, such as having the rate of HIV/AIDS victims, cannibalism, trafficking, prostitution, gruesome murders among others which still disrupt steady development in Kyotera were raised and people were called upon to avoid them. Also, all the hidden treasure in kyotera district were disclosed for tourism. These include Musambwa Island found on lake victoria, which is a breeding place for grey-headed gulls and nonpoisonous snakes, pythons and egrets among others. A Uganda tour to Musambwa island complement other activities especially gorilla safaris to Bwindi and game viewing in the savannah parks of Uganda among others.

General cleanliness
At 10:41am, there was general cleaning of Kyotera town. Here people voluntarily cleaned all the streets in kyotera town before visitors arrived. School going children were mobilized to sweep, clean trenches, slash the road ways and collect burnt garbage’s to make the whole place clean and descent. The togetherness in cleaning portrayed the spirit of togetherness of Kyotera people for the development of their area. In the process, many people were coming in and the house was full already. Performances were underway and guest was being treated to a cocktail of stage performances with vibrant dances until 12:15pm.

Arrival of the speakers and the Prime Minister
At 12:30pm, the speaker of Uganda Rebecca Kadaga and Prime Minister Dr Ruhakana Rugunda arrived at the ground. It was a warm afternoon as the congregation welcomed these two people with loud traditional performances.

Arrival of the president
A few minutes later, H.E Yoweri Kaguta Museveni the president of Uganda and the chief guest arrived. Museveni showed up in a white shirt but without a hat as he normally does which surprised many people. “Museveni has for the first time left his hat,” says a resident. From there, the president was led to the raised platform and the national anthem was sung followed by a pleasant police band at 1:34pm. It was indeed a colorful; moment as the president patrolled all the guards, which ended at exactly 2:00pm with the singing of the Uganda and east African anthems.

Prayers
After the president had his seat, the next session was for prayers. The prayer session was led by Bishop John Baptist Kaggwa of Masaka diocese and sheik Swaibu Kaweesi who represented Sheikh Shaban Mubajje the Mufti of Uganda. In their prayers, the prayer worriers thanked God for placing Uganda in the beautiful corner of Africa as well as the spirit of patriotism in the country. In their conclusions, the leaders prayed for more blessings upon Uganda and God’s protection from any harm and external attacks. The prayers were followed by march performed by Uganda’s People’s Defense Force and prisons between 2:16pm to 2:26pm. Several organizations, universities and schools participated in the march.

Speeches
There after was time for speeches, which started at 3:30pm. Several ministers and Member of Parliament were welcomed and recognized by Esther Mbulakubuza Mbayo the minister of the presidency who thanked everyone for coming. The minister also recognized the presence of members of the central executive committee; ministers and members of parliament, local council chairpersons and the women’s council committee were recognized and thanked for coming. At 3:38pm, the minister then welcomes his excellence the president to deliver his speech. Museveni first apologized for coming late and informed people that he delayed somewhere doing some good work for the country. The president raised issues such as terrorism in the country. He assured Ugandans that CCTV cameras have been installed already and many others are yet to be put which will reduce the rate of terrorism in the country especially in urban areas.
Also, the president, called upon leaders to wake up and encourage people to work hard and fight poverty. Also, Museveni emphasized leaders to support agriculture, use irrigation and use fertilizers were possible. Many other things like the wide spared of HIV/AIDS in the country, the president talked about lack of awareness as well.

Awarding of Medals
At 4:43pm, the president gave out medals to different people, which ended at 5:10pm. Altogether 86 medals were awarded to people who have played a very significant role in the liberation of Uganda since the time of colonial rule to present. 11 people Prof Augustus Nuwagaba a lecturer at Makerere University, Nimisha Madhvani Uganda’s ambassador to United Arab Emirates and prof, Sam Tulyamuhaki were awarded with golden jubilee medals for their tireless efforts in the struggles to liberate Uganda.

The celebration was closed with performances and the Independence Day was declares over. Thanks to those who attended and all the best to the rest of Ugandans in this 56th year of freedom and self rule.

Weekend Gateways From Kampala

Myuganda

October 1, 2018

Weekend Gateways From Kampala
A weekend break is one thing that all working people cannot wait for at the end of the week. After stressful time from Monday to Friday accompanied with waking up very early, traveling long distances and returning home late with short time of rest, an individual surely require some time to chill out in the week end before resuming again. Weekend gateways help you travel to new places and take part in new ventures saving you from working hustles hence rewarding you with fresh minds and feeling. On a weekend, workers both private and public have a right to get out of their tight work schedule and rest somewhere new. Fortunately, a variety of places are available for you to relax and rest your mind. However, gorillas safaris, chimpanzee trekking and mountain climbing cannot be done in this short time since they demand energy and time.Lots of activities offer a fresh feeling to families with little children, the aged, and groups of friends. The best places for weekend chill outs include:

Jinja

Also known as the adventure capital of Uganda Jinja is a best option for a weekend trip outside Kampala. The site is the source of river Nile and the closet city from Kampala capital. Travelers to jinja have a chance to chill at the source of the Nile and take part in different activities, which include bungee jumping; white water rafting and boat cruise among others. Jinja city is naturally blessed with a lot of tourism activities, which make it an exceptional destination for chilling. Interestingly, a variety of hotels, motels and resorts have been established to serve clients with luxury, budget and midrange food and sleeping services to travelers at affordable rates. For those who want to do shopping, there are several craft shops and shopping malls all over Jinja town and all tourism spots in the region to serve you with all you require on your weekend.

Mabira forest
If you are looking for fun outside Kampala in the shortest time possible, Mabira forest is the best spot for you. This forest is located in Buikwe district after Lugazi and before Jinja ranking as the second largest forest reserve in Uganda after Budongo forest. Mabira is a center for many tourism activities, which include the adventurous zip lining, forest walk, monkey trekking, mountain biking, nature walks and bird watching among others. Mabira forest is located roughly 2 hours drive from Kampala hence can be visited by short time travelers. Also Mabira forest is a home to over 218 butterflies hence the best spot for butterfly watching.

Entebbe
Entebbe is gateway to Kampala capital city. The home to Uganda’s international airport is undeniably, calm, cool and traffic free. This makes it a best place to run to from the busy and overcrowded Kampala town. Also, the center for most beaches and resorts for sprits and relaxing know Entebbe. Among the beaches in Entebbe include lido beach, aero beach, sky beach, Imperial Beach, Lutembe beach, one love beach, Spennah beach, Botanical gardens beach, and Anderita beach among others. A lot of activities including swimming, football and swimming are done ay beaches to give clients a fresh feeling and mind. Lots of fried fresh fish and soft drinks are a sure deal at any beach in Entebbe.

Ssese Island
Stunning in the northwestern region of lake Victoria the largest fresh water body in Uganda, SSese Island is Uganda’s hidden treasure, which has presently become a best place to spend your weekend. The island is further split into several other islands roughly 84 which make it a biggest island on lake victoria. Getting to and across Ssese Island is only by boat/ ferry, which make the experience more enjoyable. A tour to Ssese island reward travelers with a fresh feeling of the unbeaten experience away from noisy congested Kampala city. The best places to stay at Ssese Island include Brovad sands lodge, PTA Androbic lodge and scorpion lodge among others. The activities that can be done at Ssese Island include sun bathing, boat cruising, horseback riding, nature walks, birding, sunset cruising and fishing among others.

Ngamba Island
Also known as a chimpanzee sanctuary, Ngamba Island is yet another private place best for a weekend break and a boat cruise takes you to this beautiful site. Travelers are assured of their privacy and fun at Ngamba Island. Among the activities you will do include feeding the chimpanzees, nature walks, swimming bird watching and boat cruising which together reward you with a fresh feeling. Also, you will have a clear view of the neighboring fishing village such as Ddamba village. Interestingly, there is accommodation at the island, to serve you with excellent and comfortable food and sleeping services ensuring a peaceful stay at this beautiful island.

In general, you can have a very wonderful weekend break outside Kampala. Visit the beaches, islands and other less visited tourism spots in different parts of the country, chill out and relax for a new experience.

Gen. Mugisha Muntu Officially Announces FDC Breakaway

Myuganda

September 27, 2018

Former Forum for Democratic Change President Gen Mugisha Muntu has today officially announced his departure from the party during a press conference held at Hotel Africana in Kampala.

Muntu, who had announced his plans to leave the party to the public two days ago, claims that he has made an informed decision since he has been conducting a number of consultative meetings around the country over the matter since the beginning of the year.

He has announced that plans are under way to launch the new political group formed called the “New Formation” before Dec 25th this year. Muntu also added that they have created an online website for the new formation to interact and keep in touch with the supporters.

The departure of Mugisha Muntu and a few others from FDC including the party’s former Permanent Secretary Ms. Alice Alaso has come as a shock to many Ugandans especially the party supports given the long time they had spent as loyal party executives.

Muntu points out that the difference in the approach that the party has to take in order to take over power has been the major cause of his breakaway. Whereas Muntu and those who believe in him preferred a more organized and grass root oriented party structure, he insists that those in the party leadership supported a different approach of defiance so as to take over the national leadership.

He claims that even when he was still party president between 2012 and 2017, he could not implement most of his ideas due to opposition he faced from other leaders that are based on this ideological differences. He adds that with this new formation, they will be in a better position to implement their ideas with minimal opposition and they will be able to sell them to their supporters countrywide in a more organized way.

The Former UPDF commander states that even though has decided to come with a new political party, he is still part of the opposition in Uganda at large and he promises that he will continue fighting together with other opposition party leaders to achieve their aim of changing leadership in the country. Muntu invited both members of the Public and those that may be in other parties who share the same views with them to come and join him in the new formation for a new opposition approach.

However, there have been several criticisms coming from different members of the public who questioned Muntu’s movement. Some of these posed questions to him asking him why he only thought of breaking away from FDC after losing the election as party president late last year. They wonder whether Muntu would have done the same if he had retained his position as party president hence naming his actions as selfish and destructive to the opposition in Uganda.

On the side of FDC, Muntu’s departure has been described as a blow to the party by some executives in the party who claimed that he will highly be missed while others were adamant saying that he had already made a decision to leave the party even when he was still president.

To the rest of the public, it is remained to be seen who will be joining Muntu in his new struggle and how far his new party will go in achieving its goals.

Uganda to Mark World Tourism Day at the source of the Nile

Myuganda

September 25, 2018

The Uganda Tourism Board (UTB) and other tourism agencies are working around the clock in preparation for the celebration of the World Tourism Day scheduled this Thursday 27th of September. This year’s celebrations under the theme “ Tourism and the Digital Transformation”, will take place at the Source of River Nile, the longest river in the world.

The World Tourism Day is celebrated annually on the 27th of September and people all over the world join together to reflect on the importance and benefits of tourism. The United Nations World Tourism Organization (UNWTO) is the major annual promoter of the event. According to the Uganda Tourism Board (UTB), there have been month-long activities that started on 6th going up to the climax of the event on 27th September. This long period of activities would provide an opportunity to different stakeholders and the country at large to recognize and embrace the importance of digital technologies in tourism.

Among the activities that have been taking place before the main celebrations include; Uganda Hotels and Restaurants Expo from 6th-8th September at Hotel Africana, Tourism forums and workshops, Smart Youth Conference, Sports gala and dinner. Others are “Tulambule – Busoga region, a domestic tourism promotion campaign aimed at encouraging Ugandans to engage in Uganda safaris to different tourism spots all over the country. Cultural and trade exhibition and a tourism Night will precede the World Tourism Day celebrations.

Other agencies that have been working hand in hand with UTB together with the Ministry of Tourism to spearhead the preparations of this day include UWA, Uganda Wildlife Education Centre (UWEC), Civil Aviation Authority (CAA) and Hotel and Tourism Training Institute (HTTI). Others include the private sector through its umbrella organization – Uganda Tourism Association (UTA) that has been playing a major role in mobilizing the different private stakeholders and the tourism fraternity to actively participate in this year’s celebrations.

The Tourism sector has emerged as Uganda’s leading foreign exchange earner for the last three consecutive years and it is expected to rake in record Shs9.4trillion each year by 2020 according to UTB. The key players in Uganda’s tourism industry as far as attracting tourists is concerned include in Bwindi and Mgahinga national parks, game drives, birding, nature walks and hiking in most of the country’s parks. Other activities that attract tourists into the country include boat cruises and white water rafting on lake Victoria and at the source of the Nile respectively, cultural and historical tours around the country and entertainment.

Bobi Wine Returns Home amid Massive Security Crackdown

Myuganda

September 20, 2018

The Kyadondo East Member of Parliament Robert Kyagulanyi also known as Bobi Wine has been arrested upon his return from USA where he had gone for specialized treatment three weeks ago.

Kyagulanyi jetted in at Entebbe International Airport this afternoon with Kenya Airways flight KQ412.

The MP was arrested by the security forces who whisked him away to an unknown location immediately after disembarking from the KQ plane.

The Police had earlier on Wednesday stated that they would pick Kyagulanyi from the Airport upon his arrival and provide him with security to his home in Magere, Wakiso district.

Earlier on the Aviation police was sighted driving along the Airport’s tarmac with a white Prado with tinted windows in what was assumed to be a plot to whisk Bobi Wine away before he reaches the terminal building.

There has been heavy deployment of security Forces along the Kampala-Entebbe Highway sine the early hours of Thursday in preparation for Bobi Wine’s the return.

Along the Highway, several people were being arrested, caned and thrown onto police vehicles. Others who were trying to observe the situation from their the top of buildings at several towns like Abayita Ababiri were also forced to go back into shops.

At the time of this news release, Bobi Wine has been reported to have arrived safely at his place in Magere amid huge jubilation and he is waiting to address his supporters.

Kampala City Flyover Project to Kick off in January 2019

Myuganda

September 19, 2018

The Uganda National Roads Authority (UNRA) has finalized plans to construct the City Flyover after awarding three road contracts worth Shs626b.

The project will see the construction of a flyover at Clock Tower on Kampala-Entebbe Road, tarmacking of roads that include Nyendo-Bukakata and Rukungiri-Kihihi-Ishasha in Western region.

According to the executive director of UNRA Ms. Allen Kagina, the contractors of the Flyover at Clock Tower, the Japan International Cooperation Agency (Jica) will take three months for mobilization before the actual construction can start in January next year. The project to construct the City Flyover is estimated to cost Shs224b.

The project involves constructing a half Kilometer long Flyover, widening the road from Shoprite at Queen’s way for half a Kilometer. Improvements will be done on Nsambya road, Mukwano road and part of Ggaba road. The contractors are also ready to fund the construction of the Flyover at Kitgum House on Jinja Road and its tendering will be done immediately after the designs are out next year.

The contract to construct the Rukungiri-Kihihi-Ishasha road also dubbed Tourism road (78.5km) since it links to the rich tourism region of Bwindi well known for Bwindi gorilla safaris, was awarded to M/S China Henan International Corporation Group Company Ltd for Shs207bn. This project is funded by the African Development Bank and it is expected to be completed in three years.

M/S The Arab Contractors won the contract to construct the Masaka-Bukakata 41km road at Shs195b and the project is funded by the Arab Bank for Economic Development in Africa and OPEC Fund for International Development.

The construction of the city flyover at Clock Tower and Kitgum House in Kampala will bring great relief to the people who work and travel through Kampala especially those that use Entebbe and Jinja Roads. There has been a lot of congestion along these two roads due to the heavy traffic that has been holding people for almost an hour with vehicles, motorcycles, bicycles and the pedestrians all being affected in the mix.

The construction of the Rukungiri-Kihihi-Ishasha road also comes as good news to tourists and the tourism industry at large. Thousands of travellers visit this region every year to explore the attractions there including tracking the famous mountain gorillas in Bwindi Impenetrable Forest national park. The road will connect two districts of Kanungu and Rukungiri.

KCCA Cancels 2018 Kampala City Festival

Myuganda

September 14, 2018

KCCA Cancels 2018 Kampala City Festival
While many were counting down to the long expected 2018 Kampala Capital City festival, Ugandans were outraged with the no 20128 festival news this year. The shocking news were released by Ms Jenifer Musisi the managing director of Kampala Capital City Authority (KCCA) on 12th September 2018 as she addressed the press conference that was attended by several sponsors of the festival including the marketing manager of UBL and City Tyres marketing Manager. In her speech at city hall in Kampala, Jenifer Musisi disclosed to the people how KCCA agreed with sponsors to inject 100% of the festival money to renovate schools managed by KCCA by removing asbestos roofs from these schools and putting new iron sheets. In a similar way, some portion of the festival money will be used to construct a maternity ward at Kiswa health Centre, which is also managed by Kampala Capital City Authority. Undeniably, many fun lovers and business people who had already booked space for vending in the festival were disappointed but could not change anything. Some people secured KCCA festival-vending space as early as May 2018 when KCCA launched some event related to the carnival that attracted a good number of people. Kampala Capital Festival is the celebration of Kampala city and is one thing you must not miss on your Uganda safari complementing other tourism activities and attractions in the pearl of Africa.

This year’s event was scheduled to happen from 5th to 7th October 2018 on the streets of Kampala capital city. Over sh700m to sh900m that have been used to prepare and run the festival will this time be used to promote the standards of a primary and secondary schools managed by KCCA some of which are in bad state. Among the schools that are to be renovated include Nakivubo Blue Primary School and Nakivubo settlement primary school, which seem to be badly off. The major aim of diverting festival money to schools ins to save school going children from getting cancer as a result of the asbestos ashes. The other schools managed by Kampala capital city authority are Kawempe Mbogo primary school, St. Martin Mulago primary school, Ttula primary school, Mulago school for the deaf, St Paul’s kyebando primary school, St peters primary school kanyanya, Kawempe moslem senior secondary school, Nattete Muslim primary school, and Kasubi Church of Uganda primary school among others. According to drafted budget, KCCA is to spend roughly sh1.9b to remove residual asbestos roofs on the seven schools and replace them with iron roofs.

Expanding health centers
Besides renovating old schools, KCCA also plans to use the other part of the carnival money to construct a maternity ward at kiswa health center under its management. The new maternity ward is to save and improve the health of pregnant mothers and newly born babies who have always been forcely discharged early from the hospitals due to lack of enough space. After that, KCCA will continue to fundraise more funs to construct more health centers to improve the health od pregnant mothers and newly born babies.

Why celebrate Kampala city festival
Kampala festival was launched in 2010 as a new tourism products aimed at diversifying tourism products in Uganda and promote domestic tourism. The festival brings together people from all tribes and cultures in Uganda, which also promote cultural tourism. People celebrate their cultures together with the country’s independence. Also, the annual event attracts a high population of people from other countries who learn and celebrate Uganda’s unique culture.

Benefits
There are many benefits that Ugandan enjoy from Kampala capital city festival. Business people are assured of ready market and good prices for different products, which help them, earn good income in the shortest time.

Reactions from sponsors and public
As expected, many stakeholders mainly sponsor and local people have reacted to these changes. Fortunately, most people who were asked about their opinions regarding KCCA’s decision have a positive reaction. The chair of the Uganda breweries limited appreciated and backed KCCA for a wise decisions to use festival money in promoting and developing tangible projects other just fun and businesses. In the same manner, the manage of Coca cola franchise appreciates this decision to promote local schools and build a health center which will help to improve the health of pregnant mothers and newly born babies. The marketing manager of city tyres also seconded the decision assuring Uganda’s that next year’s festival will be more fun for Uganda women and their children who will have received good treatment and quality education. Some local people who hope for a better performance by children in schools to be renovated also supported the decision.

However, people have urged Kampala Capacity City Authority (KCCA) not to miss use festival money in doing un planned things. Despite changes this year, people are assured to the festival next year, which will be more fun.

Air Tanzania Starts Direct Flights to Entebbe

Myuganda

September 3, 2018

Air Tanzania Starts Direct Flights to Entebbe
Safe, comfortable and quick means of transport is one of the key features for a successful African safari. Air Tanzania has made connections from Tanzania to Uganda quick and simplified by the introduction of direct flights from Dar e salaam to Entebbe. The newly introduced Tanzania Uganda direct flights resume after five years of non-operations. The direct flight was launched on 26th August 2018 when the first flight landed at Uganda’s Entebbe international airport. For now, travelers can easily connect from Tanzania to Uganda making it easy to do Uganda Tanzania combined safaris especially popular gorilla safaris in Bwindi/Mgahinga gorilla national park. Connecting travelers have therefore been relieved from long hours of driving across borders and long connecting flights with Rwanda air through Rwanda and Kenya airs through Kenya before proceeding to Uganda. The flight will operate four days (Monday, Wednesday, Friday and Sunday) per week. On every operating day, the inaugural flight (TC214) will depart from Dar e salaam to Entebbe at 0930 hours and arrive at 1155 hours lasting for roughly 2 hours and 30 minutes in the air. After landing, the plane stays at Entebbe before returning to Dar E salaam at 1225 hours in the evening.

For decades it has been difficult for travelers connecting from Tanzania to Uganda due to lack of affordable and quick means of travel. However despite the celebration in Uganda and Tanzania, a new direct flight from Tanzania to Uganda is a challenge to Kenya Airways and Rwanda Air. Previously, Entebbe Dar E Salaam route was dominated by Rwanda air and Kenya airways through their transit hubs in Kigali and Nairobi respectively. Travelers from Tanzania would first fly to either Kigali international airport in Rwanda or Jomo Kenyatta airport in Kenya which would be time consuming and costly. Fortunately, the newly introduced flight is relatively cheap costing of $360 for a return ticket to Entebbe. The flight will operate for says a week which are Monday, Wednesdays, Fridays and Sunday. The ease of transport and connections assure travelers memorable experiences free from bumpy roads and long hours of driving.

The first flight landed at Entebbe on 26th /Aug/2018 at 13.10pm and was welcomed by the civil aviation authority Uganda led by the minister for works and transport Hon. Aggrey Bagire, the Tanzanian high commissioner to Uganda H.E Rtd Major general Grace A. Mgovano, Civil Aviation Authority (CAA) Ag Director, airports, aviation security, Eng, Ayub Sooma and other officials from the transport and aviation sectors. The newly introduced aircraft (Boeing 787-8) Dreamliner’s is also meant to serve other destinations such as Mwanza, Kilimanjaro and Bujumbura, which will improve air transport in Tanzania. Tanzania has been operating international flights to Moroni in the Comoros islands and some domestic flights to Mbeya, Dodoma, Songea, Mwanza, Mbeya, Tabora, kigoma, Mtwara and Bukoba.

Also, Tanzania Uganda direct flights aim at strengthening the bilateral and commercial tis between the two countries (Uganda & Tanzania). Fortunately, Uganda has already rafted the bilateral air service agreement with Tanzania to ease cooperation in its aviation sector. Tanzania has done great in promoting site air transport services.

Of all forms of transport (road, water, railway and air) its only air transport that has a big influence on tourism, agriculture and business. The management of Air Tanzania and all other industry players have therefore been urged to observe with strictness the minimum required standards to ensure delivery of reliable and quality air transport services for the existing and upcoming travelers. The launching of air Tanzania direct flights is also hoped to support and at the same time provide enabling environment for the growth of the aviation industry in Uganda. Similarly, various future economic developments are expected in Uganda and Tanzania supported by quick and easy air transport services.

Air Tanzania to Uganda aviation industry will meet and serve the travel demands of citizens in Uganda, Tanzania and other east African countries. Upcoming travelers have an opportunity to ease their transport needs as well as ticketing and baggage. The newly introduced aircraft has a carrying capacity for 65 passengers, which give a good number of travelers, chance to move by air. Direct flights also help to promote investment opportunities, trade and enhance tourism development.
Conclusively therefore, Air Tanzania’s direct flight to Entebbe is a blessing to Uganda and Tanzania. Travelers are called on to book combined Tanzania Uganda safaris fly easily between the two countries and enjoy a lifetime experience in Africa.

Gen Kayihura Granted Bail By Court Martial

Myuganda

August 28, 2018

Former Inspector General of Police (IGP) Gen Kale Kayihura has been granted bail by the general Court Martial presided over by Let Gen Andrew Gutti at Makindye.

Gen Kayihura has been in detention at the Makindye Military barracks since his arrest in June this year. He was arrested and by the UPDF over allegations of misuse of office and the charges were read to him last week when he appeared before the Court Martial for the first time.

The charges against Kayihura included failure to protect war material, aiding and abetting the kidnapping by commission and repatriating Rwandan exile and refugees and Ugandan refugees to Rwanda between 2012 and 2016.

However, Kayihura’s bail is subject to the fulfillment of the conditions set by the court, which include;
• He is restricted to staying only in 2 districts of Kampala and Wakiso as long as the bail still applies
• Reporting to court on a monthly basis
• Travelling outside the country is prohibited unless given permission by the court
• The bail is subject to payment of UGX1O Million not cash
• He will also be required to report to court at any time as court may require

Let Gen Andrew Gutti, the chairman of the court concluded the proceedings by saying that if any of the stated conditions is abused, the bail will be cancelled.

Gen Kayihura is now free to reunite with his family and seek medical attention as stated by his lawyers