Uganda Tourism Board (UTB) has assured visitors that the country is still peaceful, and fully open for tourism during the ongoing election cycle.
In a statement, UTB said Uganda has continued and will continue 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 said .
According to the tourism board, it continues to work closely with relevant government agencies and 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.”
The development comes a few days to the highly anticipated 2026 general election which many have predictated to be violent.
However President Museveni and security agencies have assured Ugandans and visitors of maximum security.
