PhD|Public Relations and Communication professional| Head Public Relations @TourismBoardUg| Passionate about wildlife conservation | Christian
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Gessa Simplicious retweeted
.@JulzKagwa, CEO @TourismBoardUg: Uganda’s tourism has turned a corner over time. When you see brands like @CAF_Online signing with #ExploreUganda, you begin to see the country taking centre stage on the global tourism platform.
#NBSUpdates
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𝐓𝐡𝐞 𝐰𝐚𝐢𝐭 𝐢𝐬 𝐨𝐯𝐞𝐫🥳
A new journey for Uganda to showcase her unique offerings to the world begins today.
We are #HereForIT and we hope you are too.
#TotalEnergiesAFCON2027 | #ExploreUganda
Gessa Simplicious retweeted
We are proud to announce our partnership with the Confederation of African Football (CAF), confirming Uganda Tourism Board as an Official Competition Sponsor of the TotalEnergies CAF Africa Cup of Nations, KE-TZ-UG 27.
This partnership presents an exciting opportunity to showcase Uganda’s rich tourism offerings, vibrant culture and unforgettable experiences to Africa and the world.
As we prepare to welcome visitors for this continental celebration of football, our invitation is simple: 𝐄𝐱𝐩𝐥𝐨𝐫𝐞 𝐔𝐠𝐚𝐧𝐝𝐚 𝐛𝐞𝐲𝐨𝐧𝐝 𝐭𝐡𝐞 𝐠𝐚𝐦𝐞 𝐚𝐧𝐝 𝐬𝐭𝐚𝐲 𝐟𝐨𝐫 𝐭𝐡𝐞 𝐝𝐢𝐬𝐜𝐨𝐯𝐞𝐫𝐲.
#TotalEnergiesAFCON2027 | #ExploreUganda | #HereForIT
Gessa Simplicious retweeted
Uganda Airlines Now Flies Direct to Accra
@UG_Airlines launches nonstop flights to Accra. For only $550 round-trip, travellers can experience African hospitality, vibrant city life, and rich culture | #FlytheCrane | #UgAirlinesToAccra
Gessa Simplicious retweeted
𝐔𝐠𝐚𝐧𝐝𝐚 𝐑𝐞𝐦𝐚𝐢𝐧𝐬 𝐄𝐛𝐨𝐥𝐚-𝐅𝐫𝐞𝐞 𝐚𝐬 𝟔𝟎 𝐂𝐨𝐧𝐭𝐚𝐜𝐭𝐬 𝐂𝐨𝐦𝐩𝐥𝐞𝐭𝐞 𝐌𝐨𝐧𝐢𝐭𝐨𝐫𝐢𝐧𝐠 – 𝐇𝐞𝐚𝐥𝐭𝐡 𝐌𝐢𝐧𝐢𝐬𝐭𝐞𝐫
Uganda remains Ebola-free, with no confirmed cases recorded since the country declared the Bundibugyo virus disease outbreak over on July 28, 2026, Minister of Health Dr. Chris Baryomunsi has announced.
Addressing the media today, Dr. Baryomunsi confirmed that all 60 contacts linked to the recent Ebola case involving a Kenyan traveller have completed the mandatory 21-day monitoring period without developing symptoms and have been discharged.
He reassured the public that Kasese has no confirmed Ebola cases and has recorded no deaths from the disease, while emphasizing that vigilance remains critical as transmission continues in the neighbouring Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC).
The Ministry has intensified screening at border points and Entebbe International Airport, strengthened community surveillance and expanded cross-border support, including establishing three treatment units in the DRC with a combined capacity of 240 beds.
Dr. Baryomunsi called for continued public cooperation with health measures and stronger regional collaboration to contain Ebola at its source and protect communities from further spread.
For information or to report suspected cases, call the Ministry of Health toll-free hotline on 0800-100-066, send an alert SMS to 6767, or use U-Report on 8500. #OpenGovUg
Gessa Simplicious retweeted
The Ebola patient was in Eastern DRC before transiting through Uganda and Ethiopia, and arrived in Nigeria on 3 October, with symptom onset on 7 October.
Uganda has zero Ebola cases!
@BBCWorld @UgandaMediaCent @NBSBreakingNews @ntvuganda @ubctvuganda @DailyMonitor @newvisionwire
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Yesterday we welcomed Hon. Susan Nsambu Nakawuki, the new Minister of State for @MTWAUganda, to the Uganda Tourism Board (@TourismBoardUg, @ExploreUganda). We look forward to working with her to accelerate the sector.
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Today on #GMUTourismExpress, we wrap up the #MagicalKenyaTourismExpo2026 with @simplcious (Head of PR at UTB) What were Uganda’s key takeaways, and how will regional partnerships translate into tourism growth? Tune in for the highlights and insights.
🎥 - @MikeSsebalu
Gessa Simplicious retweeted
We made destination marketing experiential at Magical Kenya. Bringing the REAL Uganda to life through our cultures, cuisines, people, and authentic experiences.
And this is just the beginning! We’re taking this energy to expos across the world, giving Uganda the visibility it deserves.
Our goal? To have every corner of the internet buzzing with Uganda content until the world can’t help but #ExploreUganda the Pearl of Africa.
📸 @MikeSsebalu
Gessa Simplicious retweeted
Every Independence Day is another reminder that we are free to explore, experience and fall in love with Uganda.
And this Independence weekend, I have one simple reminder: Uganda is the Pearl of Africa, and there is so much waiting for you to discover!
From the world’s largest population of mountain gorillas to the primate capital of the world, from over 50 diverse tribes and rich cultural traditions to the source of the mighty River Nile, Uganda is a destination full of extraordinary experiences.
And then there is Kampala, our ever-buzzing, ever-blazing city, where the energy, warmth, food, music and nightlife keep you wanting more!
Beyond these are breathtaking landscapes, beautiful lakes, incredible wildlife, welcoming communities and countless hidden gems waiting to be explored.
This Independence weekend, do more than celebrate Uganda. Experience Uganda.
Take that road trip. Visit that national park. Explore a new town. Taste a local dish. Learn a new cultural story. Support a local tourism business.
We have a beautiful country worth discovering, and the adventure doesn’t always have to begin far from home.
Happy Independence Day, Uganda.
#UgandaAt64 #ExploreUganda
Gessa Simplicious retweeted
5. Value your services
Nairobi reminded me that services have value and people are willing to pay for them.
I left Magical Kenya having learnt, benchmarked and unlearnt so much. Most importantly, my mind was buzzing with fresh ideas.
Gessa Simplicious retweeted
One thing I value about Tourism & Trade Expos is the “SEMINAR COMPONENT
The exhibition floor visibly shows you what the sector offers
BUT
The conversations on the panels help you understand where the sector is going.
@MKTravelExpo delivered on this front.
#ExploreUganda
Gessa Simplicious retweeted
No need to worry about having missed out on the insightful conversations that shaped @MKTravelExpo
It is now our duty to ponder and propel these conversations forward.
Here's more from the seminar programme, key conversations, themes and the headliners who brought them to life
Gessa Simplicious retweeted
I again travelled for #MKTE2026, with one major goal: to learn how Kenya runs its tourism business.
Kenya’s marketing aggression & business approach offer valuable lessons that i can never get tired of benchmarking, to find new ways to grow my career in Uganda’s tourism sector.
Gessa Simplicious retweeted
Here were my takeaways;
1. Infrastructure matters
Kenya’s expanding road network reminded me that tourism growth requires more than marketing.
Better roads mean easier access to attractions, shorter travel times, smoother tour logistics and potentially safer journeys.
I again travelled for #MKTE2026, with one major goal: to learn how Kenya runs its tourism business.
Kenya’s marketing aggression & business approach offer valuable lessons that i can never get tired of benchmarking, to find new ways to grow my career in Uganda’s tourism sector.
Gessa Simplicious retweeted
Today, we hosted senior editors and producers from Uganda’s leading media houses for an engagement breakfast focused on strategic packaging, commercialisation and amplifying Uganda’s tourism story.
#ExploreUganda
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Day 2 in Karamoja.
The energy is growing, the anticipation is real, and Karamoja is ready to tell its story.
Courtesy @TourismBoardUg
@simplcious @francisnyende @MattheExplorer @ExploreUganda
#KaramojaCulturalFestival #ExploreUganda
Karamoja’s culture lives through generations,from the wisdom of the elders to the energy and creativity of the young.
The Karamoja Cultural Festival brings these generations together to celebrate identity, heritage and belonging.
Courtesy @TourismBoardUg
@francisnyende @simplcious @WasswaEmma_ @JulzKagwa
#KaramojaCulturalFestival
#ExploreUganda
Gessa Simplicious retweeted
Why every tourism business should be in Kasese for the #RwenzoriMarathon:
Brand visibility
Traveller engagement
Industry networking
International media exposure
Most importantly, being part of Uganda’s growing sports tourism movement.
Don’t watch the movement. Be part of it.
Gessa Simplicious retweeted
The night has just begun
We are at the #RwenzoriMarathon Cultural Night, a beautiful celebration of our culture & hospitality of Uganda
We are among the world’s most hospitable countries
If this isn’t how we welcome our guests, then perhaps we’ve lost our Ugandanicity
