After 30 years’ search, world gets first ever malaria vaccine | The East African
After 30 years’ search, world gets first ever malaria vaccine | The East African — Read on http://www.theeastafrican.co.ke/tea/science-health/world-welcomes-first-ever-malaria-vaccine-3575380
Travel in the Time of Covid-19
World-wide tourism is gradually re-opening, but with Covid restrictions still necessary, it seems that each country has a different idea about how to safely allow guests into their country. There is no consistent pattern, and doing the research can be quite frustrating. As it turns out, the United Nations World Tourism Organization (UNWTO), in partnership … Continue reading Travel in the Time of Covid-19
#LONELY PLANET STATES #UGANDA
Uganda offers a lot, as it is stated by Lonely Planet to be the number one destination in the world! Ever wondered why? It's amazing! Gorilla trekking and chimpanzee trekking are two of the reasons that Uganda is an exceptional country. Gorilla tracking is a “once in a lifetime experience” and Lonely Planet states that … Continue reading #LONELY PLANET STATES #UGANDA
A First Experience in East Africa
As I was beginning my work in the tourism industry, and was picking up clients from Entebbe Airport for the first time, they had very many questions for me to answer. The funniest question was one concerning flushing toilets. They didn't believe we had flushing toilets in Uganda! This made me crack up! I couldn't … Continue reading A First Experience in East Africa
My First Encounter with a Charging Elephant
The first time I saw an elephant was on my way to Mweya Safari Lodge, where I was going for a job interview. I woke up very early that morning, boarded the LINK bus from Fort Portal town, travelled to a place called Katunguru (found in the western region), got a boda boda (motorcycle taxi) … Continue reading My First Encounter with a Charging Elephant
Travel in Uganda
The owner and head guide of Engo Tours and Adventures is a 38-year-old Ugandan, Nattabi Ruth, who loves her work as much as she loves animals and the wilds of East Africa; she is the mother of our 4-year-old son, Mukisa. We call him a Halfrican. Nattabi founded Engo Tours and Adventures to highlight and make more accessible … Continue reading Travel in Uganda
Starting a Tour Company
What factors to consider when starting a tour company? You don't need a lot of money to start. It is very important to love what you do because it takes time to finally make it. You should always avoid asking people for their input on what you want, as it might lead to discouragement or … Continue reading Starting a Tour Company
Gorilla tracking in Uganda
Mountain Gorilla infant How many reasons do you need to visit the mountain gorillas in Uganda? Aside from sharing about 98% of our DNA with these great apes, and other great qualities, such as being able to eat all day long, here are 19 more amazing facts right here: https://storyteller.travel/uganda-mountain-gorillas-facts/ Have a read, and then … Continue reading Gorilla tracking in Uganda
ZIWA Rhino Sanctuary Reopened
Ziwa Rhino Sanctuary re-opened for visitors on the 10th June 2021. This has been much anticipated news in the tourism industry of Uganda. The re-opening of the sanctuary now is a breath of fresh air for the northern Uganda tourism potential. The Rhinos at Ziwa have for some months been the missing piece to complete … Continue reading ZIWA Rhino Sanctuary Reopened
