By the time the morning mist lifts off the tangled hills of southwestern Uganda, Bwindi Impenetrable National Park reveals why it continues to outshine all other tourist attractions in the country. Ancient, offspring and alive with sound, Bwindi is not just a forest is a living archive of nature and culture, and probably Uganda’s most compelling tourism asset. Located in Kanungu, Kisoro and Rubanda districts, Bwindi is one of the oldest ecosystems in Africa, estimated to be more than 25,000 years old. Its dense vegetation—so thick it once repelled colonial-era explorers—now shelters what draws visitors from across the globe: nearly half…
Author: Hannah Mukisa
Barbie Kyagulanyi, born Barbara Itungo, is a Ugandan philanthropist and author who is widely known as the wife of National Unity Platform (NUP) president Robert Kyagulanyi Ssentamu, popularly known as Bobi Wine. While her public identity has largely been shaped by her husband’s political career, Mrs. Kyagulanyi has carved out a personal story defined by education, resilience, and family life amid political pressure. Born and raised in Uganda, Mrs. Kyagulanyi grew up in an ordinary family setting. Those who knew her during her childhood describe her as calm, disciplined, and focused—qualities that later influenced her approach to both family life…
Nyanzi Isimah, popularly known as Nyanzi Live, is a Ugandan radio presenter, media professional and political analyst whose career reflects steady growth across radio, print, digital media and marketing. Born in Kasawo to the late Kategano Kalidi and Natabi Jesca, Nyanzi’s upbringing laid a strong foundation for discipline, curiosity and public engagement. He graduated in Journalism and Mass Communication, a course that sharpened his interest in storytelling, broadcasting and political communication. This academic background would later support a career marked by versatility and adaptability in a fast-changing media landscape. Nyanzi began his professional journey at Sauti FM in Kayunga, where…
Located about 240 kilometres west of Kampala along the Masaka–Mbarara highway, Lake Mburo National Park is home to one of Uganda’s most understated natural treasures—Lake Mburo. While it is the smallest of Uganda’s national parks, its ecological and tourism value remains significant. Lake Mburo lies at the centre of the park and is part of a wider system of five lakes connected by wetlands. These water bodies form the backbone of the park’s ecosystem, sustaining wildlife throughout the year, especially during dry seasons. The lake itself is surrounded by rolling savannah, acacia woodland and papyrus swamps, creating a landscape that…