KAMPALA: In robust move to bolster tourism sector, government has earmarked Shs41.12 billion in the last quarter of 204/25 Financial year for the development of key tourism infrastructure. The funding is part of a larger Shs9.79 trillion release for the quarter, representing…
By Our Reporter Uganda Wildlife Authority (UWA) has signed a major concession agreement with Russell Hall Ltd to construct a USD 1.5 million, approximately UGX. 5.5 Billion luxury lodge in Kidepo Valley National Park. The statement issued by the UWA Communications Manager,…
By Joshua Imalingat Stray elephants have Wednesday morning trampled to death a 71-year-old woman in Kaabong district. Napul Nangola a resident of Rupa village, Kasimeri parish, in Sidok sub county was killed as she strode to the nearby trading center to sell…
By Jennifer Acheng Wild animals straying from Kidepo Valley National Game Park have reportedly attacked and killed at least three people in Alerek sub county Abim district within a space of only nine months. Three others have also reportedly been left disabled…
By Jennifer Acheng A 68-year-old man in Abim district is currently nursing serious injuries he sustained in an attack by a stray Buffalo. Amuya Longoli the Victim of the Buffalo attack Amuya Longoli, a resident of Tyen Apok village, Kathimongor parish, Alerek sub-county…
By Joshua Imalingat Uganda World life Authority-UWA official says that there is a significant increase in the animal population at Matheniko- Bokora World life reserves. Initially, gazetted in 1964 as game reserves, the wildlife reserves measure approximately 3,500 square kilometers and managed…