Uganda Tourism Board Joins the World Travel & Tourism Council as a Destination Member

Uganda Tourism Board Joins the World Travel & Tourism Council as a Destination Member

Read WTTC's press release to learn more.

Date: 29 April 2026

The World Travel & Tourism Council (WTTC) is pleased to welcome the Uganda Tourism Board (UTB) as a Destination Partner.

The Uganda Tourism Board is the government agency mandated to promote and market Uganda as a preferred tourism destination. In addition to destination marketing, UTB plays a central role in developing, coordinating, and regulating the tourism sector, supporting product development, and enhancing Uganda’s global competitiveness.

Headquartered in Kampala, Uganda’s capital and commercial hub, UTB works across the country with regional tourism clusters and local stakeholders to promote Uganda’s diverse attractions, including its renowned wildlife, rich cultural heritage, adventure experiences, and community-based tourism. Internationally, UTB engages in strategic partnerships, trade fairs, and global campaigns to position Uganda on the world stage.

Gloria Guevara, WTTC President & CEO, said:
 “We are delighted to welcome the Uganda Tourism Board as a Destination Partner of WTTC. Uganda offers some of the world’s most unique and diverse tourism experiences, from its extraordinary biodiversity to its vibrant cultural heritage. We look forward to working closely with UTB to support sustainable tourism growth and strengthen Uganda’s position as a leading destination in Africa and beyond.

Juliana Kagwa, CEO of Uganda Tourism Board, said:
 “Joining the World Travel & Tourism Council marks a great milestone in strengthening Uganda’s voice within the global tourism space. This partnership provides a valuable platform for collaboration, knowledge exchange, and positions Uganda as a competitive and sustainable destination on the world stage.

As a Destination Partner, the Uganda Tourism Board will contribute to WTTC’s efforts to advance collaboration, innovation, and sustainable growth across the Travel & Tourism sector, while promoting Uganda as a must-visit destination globally.


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About the World Travel & Tourism Council

The World Travel & Tourism Council (WTTC) represents the global Travel & Tourism private sector. Members include more than 200 CEOs, Chairs and Presidents of the world’s leading travel & tourism companies from all geographies and industries.

For more than 30 years, WTTC has been committed to maximising the inclusive and sustainable growth potential of the Travel & Tourism sector by partnering with governments, destinations, communities, and other stakeholders to drive economic development, create jobs, reduce poverty, and foster peace, security, and understanding in our world.


About Uganda Tourism Board

The Uganda Tourism Board (UTB) is the government agency responsible for promoting and marketing Uganda as a preferred tourism destination. Headquartered in Kampala, UTB works across the country to develop and coordinate the tourism sector, support product development, and enhance Uganda’s global competitiveness. Through strategic partnerships, international trade engagement, and targeted campaigns, UTB showcases Uganda’s unique offerings, including wildlife, cultural heritage, adventure, and community-based tourism.