Kampala, Uganda January 9, 2026. Uganda Tourism Board (UTB) wishes to inform all visitors that the country remains fully open for tourism during the ongoing election cycle. Leading to the elections, Uganda has continued to enjoy a calm and stable environment across all tourism areas, including national parks, wildlife reserves, cultural sites, cities, adventure and hospitality establishments. Tourism activities are proceeding normally, with hotels, lodges, tour operators, attractions, and transport services operating without disruption.
The government of Uganda has put in place adequate security measures to ensure the safety of citizens and visitors across the country on the election day. UTB continues to work closely with relevant government agencies as well as the private sector to ensure seamless visitor experiences across the country. We encourage visitors to “The Pearl of Africa” to proceed with their travel plans as scheduled.
For any updates, visitors are encouraged to check with Uganda Tourism Board website or our verified communication platforms on social media for timely and accurate information.
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About Uganda Tourism Board
Uganda Tourism Board (UTB) is a statutory organization established in 1994. UTB is mandated to promote and market Uganda domestically, across the region and internationally, promote quality assurance in tourist facilities through training, grading and classification, promote tourism investment, support and act as liaison for the private sector in tourism development.