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untilthenexttee · 11 months ago
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Junior Golf Students Swinging for Sustainability in Fort Portal, Uganda
In Uganda, kids at the AFRIYEA Golf Academy are taking their swing for sustainability to new heights. Sports have always played a crucial role in driving positive change within communities, transcending age, abilities, and ethnic boundaries. Golf, in particular, stands out as a sport perfectly aligned with nature, played amidst landscapes teeming with diverse wildlife, flourishing biodiversity,…
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travelella · 8 months ago
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Fort Portal, Uganda
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delusionalbubble · 2 years ago
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10 Best Reasons to Visit Uganda
Looking for the best reasons to visit Uganda? An Ugandan Tourism specialist has tailored the top 10 best reasons to visit Uganda for you. Don't miss out!
Looking for the top 10 best reasons to visit Uganda? Welcoming you to Uganda on arrival at Entebbe main airport are the peaceful blue waters of Lake Victoria – a symbol that immerses you in the natural beauty, adventure and leisure. Uganda’s Kampala capital city seats just 38 sq. km away from the shores where business thrives most and the city gives access to several sites that will introduce…
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theankoletimes · 25 days ago
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Uganda’s Insurance Industry Urged to Embrace Technology
(Fort Portal) – Uganda’s insurance industry is under increasing pressure to adopt digital solutions, with experts emphasizing that this transformation is essential for growth and competitiveness. Speaking at the 5th Annual International Insurance Conference in Fort Portal, stakeholders highlighted the critical role of digital technology in shaping the future of the industry. Alhaj Ibrahim Lubega…
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rmechmachines · 4 months ago
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Municipal Solid Waste Segregation Management System Manufacturer
R Mech Machines LLP is a Municipal Solid Waste Segregation Management System Manufacturer in Ahmedabad. We are located in Ahmedabad, Gujarat, India. We are Manufacturer, Exporter and Supplier of Plastic Scrap Turbo Washing Machines, Plastic Scrap Grinder Machines, Plastic Scrap Shredder Machines, Blade Sharpening Machines, Screw Press Squeezer Machines, Friction Washer Machines. Our systems are engineered to streamline the segregation process, ensuring that municipal solid waste is effectively sorted and managed. Features: High Efficiency: Our system quickly and accurately sorts different types of waste, improving overall waste management efficiency. Advanced Sorting Technology: Utilizes cutting-edge sensors and mechanical processes to separate recyclables, organic waste, and non-recyclables. User-Friendly Interface: Equipped with an intuitive control panel for easy operation and monitoring of the segregation process. Customizable Settings: Adaptable to various waste types and volumes, allowing for tailored solutions to meet specific needs. Durable Construction: Built with high-quality materials to withstand rigorous use and provide long-lasting performance. Applications: Municipal Waste Facilities Recycling Plants Landfill Operations Educational Institutions Residential Waste Management Commercial Waste Handling Industrial Applications R Mech Machines LLP is a Municipal Solid Waste Segregation Management System Manufacturer in Ahmedabad, Gujarat, India, and an Exporter in Uganda including locations like Kampala, Entebbe, Jinja, Mbale, Mbarara, Gulu, Lira, Masaka, Mukono, Kasese, Hoima, Arua, Fort Portal, Soroti, Kabale, Iganga, Mityana, Kitgum, Moroto, Busia, Pallisa, Masindi, Tororo, Lugazi, Buikwe. For any questions or further information, please contact us. View Product: Click here Read the full article
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ndegeyasafaris · 5 months ago
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Choosing Your Ideal Chimp Trekking Destination in Uganda: Kibale Forest vs. Budongo Forest
Uganda, known as the "Pearl of Africa," offers unmatched biodiversity and wildlife experiences. Among its most captivating activities is chimp trekking, with Kibale Forest and Budongo Forest standing out as premier destinations. Here's a detailed comparison to help you choose the perfect spot for your Uganda chimp trekking adventure.
Kibale Forest
Location and Accessibility
Located in western Uganda near the town of Fort Portal, Kibale Forest National Park is easily accessible from Kampala, the capital, with a drive of approximately 5-6 hours.
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Chimpanzee Population
Dubbed the "Primate Capital of the World," Kibale Forest hosts around 1,500 chimpanzees, making sightings highly likely. The well-established habituation process offers an immersive experience with these fascinating creatures.
Trekking Experience
Trekking in Kibale is typically well-organized, guided by experienced professionals. The relatively flat terrain and well-maintained trails make the trek manageable for most fitness levels. The lush forest provides a picturesque backdrop, enhancing the overall experience.
Additional Attractions
Kibale is home to 12 other primate species, including red colobus monkeys and L'Hoest's monkeys. Bird watchers can also enjoy spotting over 375 species of birds.
Budongo Forest
Location and Accessibility
Budongo Forest, located in northwestern Uganda near Murchison Falls National Park, is approximately a 4-hour drive from Kampala, offering relatively easy access for visitors.
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Chimpanzee Population
With a smaller population of around 700 chimpanzees, Budongo offers a unique and intimate trekking experience. The forest's research and conservation efforts, led by the Budongo Conservation Field Station, ensure well-protected and habituated chimp communities.
Trekking Experience
Trekking in Budongo can be more challenging due to the denser undergrowth and varied terrain. This adds to the adventure and often leads to more thrilling encounters. The forest's diverse flora and fauna provide an enriching experience beyond just chimp sightings.
Additional Attractions
Budongo Forest is famous for its ancient mahogany trees and rich biodiversity. Its proximity to Murchison Falls allows trekkers to combine their adventure with a visit to the falls, boat cruises on the Nile, and game drives.
Contact Ndegeya Safaris for an unforgettable Chimp Trekking adventure in Uganda!
Enhance your trip by spending a day or two at our center, engaging with special needs children and witnessing their daily lives. Your visit supports a great cause, as 30% of all proceeds go directly to supporting these amazing kids. Get in touch now and make a difference while creating unforgettable memories in Uganda!
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bujukuecotours · 6 months ago
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Lake Nyinambuga in Fort Portal, Uganda famous for featuring on the Uganda shillings 20,000 Note #visituganda #fortportal #bujukuecotours
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snowddeong · 1 year ago
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Tbh it was never on my mind previously, like if you told me to name a place in Uganda I probably would’ve forgotten it. But you know when you see something familiar and it like unlocks memories? It was like that. Might not even be the same place I’m remembering but it was close enough for me to remember
This is me with literally every single place I've been too but specifically hong kong. I have no clue where any of the places are called but if I see a name similar to a shop we went to it's like "oh yeah wtf I WAS there this wasn't me just bullshiting in my head"
In terms of places in Uganda I think they're also pretty distinct? I don't think many names of places in none east african countries have the same flow of letters that ours does? Except I guess like Fort Portal or something I could be very wrong pff
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travelsafaris · 1 year ago
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Creating Economically Viable Communities through Sustainable Tourism & CBT
Sustainable Tourism refers to sustainable practices in and by the tourism industry. It is an aspiration to acknowledge all impacts of tourism, both positive and negative. It aims to minimize the negative impacts and maximize the positive ones as defined by the Global Sustainable Tourism Council. 
The UNWTO looks at sustainable tourism as tourism that takes into full account of  its current and future socio-economic and environmental impacts, addressing the needs of visitors, the industry, the environment and host communities"
At ATW Holidays Africa and Avens Travel World, we go on and look at it as tourism which embraces the needs and concerns of the host communities and the environment. We’re a company that has incorporated sustainable practices in our operations with our main focus centered on uplifting the livelihood of host communities through tourism.
We have partnered with various NGO’s around Uganda to get back to communities through outreach programs, we organize tours that encourage our guests to visit and experience the lifestyle and cultures of local communities, we empower NGO’s and charity homes through encouraging visits to them in our safaris for charity packages
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 One of our visits to Thuyilweko Women Organization in Kasese: The organization looks after and skills young mothers, vulnerable girls and women 
We have partnered with a local Organization called Yange Africa, to promote socio-economically viable communities through Community Based Tourism (CBT). One of our current projects include Mukuuba, a landing site located on the shores of Lake Victoria, in Entebbe municipality. Here visitors can experience the local lifestyle and our intention in the site is to expose it to the outside world and tourism which can be a new source of income since there main source which was fishing was cutoff by the new government policies which restrict fishing on the lake. Here visitors can take part in activities like nature walks, sightseeing, village walks, board games among others and residents can be able to gain revenue through guiding and interpretation services.
At the site we realized the problem of environmental degradation due to poor disposal of wastes in the lake and wetland, we therefore intend to use tourism to advocate for environmental protection and conservation at the site.
Among our other initiatives in promoting Community Tourism in Fort Portal region in western Uganda, where visitors visit local residents and partake in local experiences like culinary tryouts, traditional beer and gin making, pineapple and banana beer testing, traditional coffee making among other experiences.  
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Tourists in Fort Portal doing a community tour to experience local lifestyle and activities.
The purpose of ATW Holidays and Avens Travel World in promoting such kid of experiences is to create economically sustainable and viable communities around Uganda through using what they have i.e. traditions, values and other cultural practices that tourists like to witness and immerse in.
To enjoy some of these experiences, please visit our website or hit our email for customized packages.
www.safaris-travel .com or Email: [email protected]
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6 Days (Budget) Uganda Chimps & Gorilla Trekking Safari 
6 Days (Budget) Uganda Chimps & Gorilla Trekking Safari takes you Chimpanzee & Gorilla trek in Uganda at Kibale Forest National Park & Bwindi Forest National Park. 6 Days (Budget) Uganda Chimps & Gorilla Trekking Safari is your Best Budget Uganda Safari.
Trip Overview of the 6 Days Chimps & Gorilla Tour Uganda
Day 1: Arrive and Hotel
Day 2: Transfer to Kibale Forest National Park
Day 3: Chimpanzee Tracking in Kibale Forest National Park
Day 4: Transfer to Bwindi Forest National Park
Day 5: Gorilla Trekking in Bwindi Forest
Day 6: Depart to Kampala/ Entebbe
Detailed Itinerary of 6 Days Chimps & Gorilla Tour Uganda
Day 1: Arrive and Hotel
On your Budget Car Rental Safari you At the Entebbe International Airport you are picked up by a driver guide who takes you to check-in lodge for Dinner and Overnight. Laico Victoria Hotel.
Day 2: Transfer to Kibale Forest National Park
Today go to Kibale Forest National Park located in the Western part of Uganda a few kilometers off Fort portal Town. En-route have lunch then later arrive at Kibale Forest National Park after 6 to 7 hours. On arrival, check-in lodge for Dinner and Overnight. Kibale Forest Camp.
Day 3: Chimpanzee Tracking in Kibale Forest National Park
Today is Chimpanzee Tracking Day so after early morning breakfast at 6:30 am, go to the park headquarters for short briefing on conduct around the Chimpanzees. Later proceed to the kanyanchu Visitor’s Center where you leave from to enter the forest to trek the Chimpanzees. After a while, you meet the Chimpanzees and take many photos to keep for an hour. Later, return to lodge for Dinner and Overnight. Kibale Forest Camp.
Day 4: Transfer to Bwindi Forest National Park
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Day 5: Gorilla Trekking in Bwindi Forest
Very Early morning breakfast then transfer to headquarters for precise briefing on conduct around the majestic Mountain Gorillas. Later you are allocated into groups of 8 with a park ranger who leads you into the green forest vegetation to trek Gorillas for 3-5 hours depending on current location in the forest.
After, you shall meet the Gorillas and stay in their presence for an hour with camera taking photos to keep. After the trekking Adventure, return to lodge for Dinner and Overnight. Buhoma Community Bandas.
Day 6: Depart to Kampala/ Entebbe
Today have breakfast then with all luggage, embark on departure to Kampala or Entebbe International Airport to board flight back home.
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travelella · 8 months ago
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Fort Portal, Uganda
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afceuganda · 2 years ago
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Employment opportunities at Care Uganda ( 2 Job positions)
Care Uganda is hiring for the following positions: 1.Nutrition Hub Manager-Kotido 2.Nutrition Hub Manager-Fort Portal The post Employment opportunities at Care Uganda ( 2 Job positions) appeared first on Latest jobs in Uganda.
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theankoletimes · 28 days ago
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Fort Portal Regional Referral Hospital grappling with high casualty rates   
Fort Portal, Uganda –  The Acting Director of the Fort Portal Regional Referral Hospital, Dr Oscar Kaliisa, has raised concerns about the high rate of outpatients seeking medical attention which affects service delivery due to their limited resources. Dr Kaliisa was speaking over the weekend while receiving a donation of five wheelchairs and a 10,000-litre water tank from Stanbic Bank Uganda. The…
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rmechmachines · 7 months ago
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Exporter of Plastic Scrap Friction Washer Machine in Uganda
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R Mech Machines LLP is a Manufacturer, Supplier, and Exporter of Plastic Scrap Friction Washer Machine in Uganda. R Mech Machines LLP Specializing in Plastic Scrap Turbo Washing Machines, Plastic Scrap Grinder Machines, Plastic Scrap Shredder Machines, Blade Sharpening Machines, Screw Press Squeezer Machines, Friction Washer Machines, and more. These machines are essential for discharging treated material, often mixed with water, from wet mills. They're versatile too, finding application before or after washing tanks and hydrocyclone units in special cases. Operating ingeniously and simply, these Plastic Scrap Friction Washer Machine drive plastic flakes, film, and recyclables to rub against each other at high speeds. Inside the rectangular housing, a circular mesh screen surrounds a rapidly rotating shaft. As plastic enters the cavity, it constantly rotates on the screen, generating significant pressure and friction. This effectively loosens contaminants like dirt, paper, cardboard, and other debris, which then pass through the mesh screen. Water conservation is achieved by using water jets and nozzles instead of submerging the chamber; the machine is inclined steeply. This setup extends the plastic's duration inside the washer, ensuring cleaner discharge from the top as a result. R Mech Machines LLP is an Exporter of Plastic Scrap Friction Washer Machine in Uganda and various locations like Kampala, Entebbe, Jinja, Mbale, Mbarara, Gulu, Lira, Masaka, Mukono, Kasese, Hoima, Arua, Fort Portal, Soroti, Kabale, Iganga, Mityana, Kitgum, Moroto, Busia, Pallisa, Masindi, Tororo, Lugazi, Buikwe. For more information, please feel free to contact us. Read the full article
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ndegeyasafaris · 5 months ago
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Uganda's Top Chimp Trekking Spots: Kibale Forest vs. Budongo Forest
Uganda, often called the "Pearl of Africa," is famed for its rich biodiversity and unparalleled wildlife experiences. Among the most captivating activities is chimp trekking, with Kibale Forest and Budongo Forest emerging as premier destinations. Here's a comparative analysis to help you choose the best spot for your chimp trekking adventure in Uganda.
Kibale Forest
Location and Accessibility
Kibale Forest National Park is located in western Uganda, near the town of Fort Portal. It's easily accessible from Kampala, the capital, with a drive of approximately 5-6 hours.
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Chimpanzee Population
Known as the "Primate Capital of the World," Kibale Forest boasts a high density of primates, including around 1,500 chimpanzees, making sightings highly likely. The habituation process here is well-established, providing an immersive experience with these fascinating creatures.
Trekking Experience
Trekking in Kibale is well-organized and guided by experienced professionals. The terrain is relatively flat with well-maintained trails, making the trek manageable for most fitness levels. The lush forest offers a picturesque backdrop, enhancing the overall experience.
Additional Attractions
Kibale is home to 12 other primate species, including red colobus monkeys and L'Hoest's monkeys. Bird watchers can also enjoy spotting over 375 species of birds, adding to the park's allure.
Budongo Forest
Location and Accessibility
Budongo Forest is situated in northwestern Uganda, near Murchison Falls National Park. It is approximately a 4-hour drive from Kampala, providing relatively easy access for visitors.
Chimpanzee Population
Budongo has a smaller population of around 700 chimpanzees, offering a unique and intimate trekking experience. The Budongo Conservation Field Station's research and conservation efforts ensure well-protected and habituated chimp communities.
Trekking Experience
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Trekking in Budongo can be more challenging due to the denser undergrowth and varied terrain, adding to the adventure and often leading to more thrilling encounters. The forest's diverse flora and fauna provide an enriching experience beyond just chimp sightings.
Additional Attractions
Budongo Forest is renowned for its ancient mahogany trees and rich biodiversity. Its proximity to Murchison Falls allows trekkers to combine their adventure with a visit to the falls, boat cruises on the Nile, and game drives.
Make Your Trip Unforgettable with Ndegeya Safaris
Contact Ndegeya Safaris for a memorable chimp trekking experience in Uganda! Enhance your trip by spending a day or two at our center, engaging with special needs children and witnessing their daily lives. Your visit supports a great cause, as 30% of all proceeds go directly to supporting these amazing kids. Get in touch now and make a difference while creating unforgettable memories in Uganda!
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bryanatsunday · 2 years ago
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Last night, we got our first loan application from Uganda. Most of our loan inquiries in Africa are from Nigeria and Kenya.
Few things about Uganda
👉🏽 Uganda has the world’s youngest population! The median age in Uganda is 16.7 years and 78% of Uganda's population is below 30 years old. 👉🏽 Uganda is one of the most densely populated countries in Africa with a population of 45 million. It is also one of the fastest growing countries in Africa. 👉🏽 The average household income in Uganda is $2,360 per year which is low compared to Nigeria and Kenya. 👉🏽 Uganda is a landlocked country in East Africa whose diverse landscape encompasses the snow-capped Rwenzori Mountains and immense Lake Victoria. 👉🏽 Uganda borders five countries: Kenya, South Sudan, the Democratic Republic of the Congo (DRC), Rwanda and Tanzania. The longest border is shared with the DRC.
Photo: Rwenzori Mountains, Fort Portal, Uganda. Itote Rubombora, photograher.
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